August 12, 2026 | Washington, D.C.
Join fellow IHS advocates for an exclusive Hill Day spanning the Halls of Congress. This special event offers a unique opportunity to meet directly with Congressional offices, share the importance of hearing healthcare, and advocate for policies that strengthen and advance our profession.
Together, we’ll raise awareness, build relationships, and ensure that the voices of hearing healthcare professionals—and the patients we serve—are heard at the highest levels of government.
Take Your Place on the Front Lines
Your voice is the most powerful tool we have in Washington, D.C. As an IHS member, this is your opportunity to be your own advocate and shape the policies directly impacting you and the Hearing Aid Specialist profession.
To ensure we secure your congressional meetings, you must register by July 15. To set you up for success, you’ll be provided comprehensive virtual and onsite prep sessions leading up to the event, ensuring you walk into every meeting with the confidence needed to make a lasting impact.
“It’s Not Abstract Patriotism—It’s the Lived Kind”
Don’t just take our word for it. Ryan Lash, AHAP, BC-HIS, participated in our Capitol Hill event that took place in March 2026. Watch this video to learn more about his lived experience.
Your Advocacy Roadmap: What to Expect
Along with our partners at Advocacy Associates, we’re streamlining the process to ensure you feel prepared and empowered from the moment you register to when you step into your final congressional meeting.
How Your Meetings Are Arranged
We’re handling the heavy lifting and building a custom itinerary for every participant.
Targeted Representation
Using your home address, we’ll match you specifically with your district’s Representation and both of your state’s Senators.
Power in Numbers
You’ll be grouped with fellow IHS members from your district, state, or region to amplify our collective voice.
Your Scheduled Impact
Most attendees can expect to participate in 3-6 high-level meetings during the date.
Training & Preparation
You don’t need advocacy experience to participate! We’re providing two essential webinars to prepare you.
Navigating the Hill
This will be a deep dive into the logistics of Capitol Hill and the flow of a congressional meeting.
The 2026 Legislative Agenda
This will be a focused briefing on the specific policy issues and goals we are championing this year.
Your Personalized Advocacy Experience
Approximately one week before the event, you will receive an invitation to download the Advocacy Associates App. This is your digital command center for the day, providing real-time access to:
- Meeting Intel: Comprehensive bios and committee assignments for each congressional member you are scheduled to meet.
- Your Custom Schedule: live updates and push notification for any last-minute changes
- The Advocacy Toolkit: talking points, supplemental documents, and feedback forms to report your progress
- Interactive Maps: Built-in navigation to help you navigate from meeting to meeting.
Advocacy Day Itinerary
Prepare for a day of impact. The following itinerary provides a high-level overview of schedule, including transportation. Please note that your personalized meeting times with congressional members will be delivered directly to you via the Advocacy Associates App on week prior to the event.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
7:00AM – 6:00PM | Capitol Hill Advocacy Day – Exclusive Advocacy Event for IHS Members
| 7:00AM – 8:00AM | Breakfast available for Hill Day participants. |
| 8:00AM – 9:00AM | Welcome and final preparatory remarks. |
| 9:00AM | Bus departs for Capitol Hill |
| 10:00AM – 4:00PM | Coordinated meetings with congressional offices will take place. Please refer to your custom schedule. |
| 4:00PM | Bus departs for the Conference hotel |
| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | Reception to celebrate a day of successful advocacy |
Advocacy Powered by Advocacy Associates
To ensure your voice is heard at the highest levels, IHS is proud to partner with Advocacy Associates, a well-known logistics firm for Washington, D.C., advocacy events.
From scheduling to day-of logistics, they work closely with IHS to ensure you can navigate the halls of Congress with confidence and ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Join us “Where Voices Unite and Hearing Leads.” Connect with us at registration@ihsinfo.org or call 734-522-7200 with any questions you may have about the IHS Conference & Expo or Capitol Hill Advocacy Day.
