2026 RESULTS National Conference
July 12-14, 2026
In July 2026, RESULTS is hosting three days of learning, action, and connecting with advocates across the country. We will have a special program followed by a day of advocacy on Capitol Hill, with coordinated, powerful advocacy meetings with members of Congress.
Registration coming soon!
Dr. Joanne Carter
Executive Director
From the Executive Director
Dear RESULTS Community,
I’m thrilled to announce that we will be convening an in-person National Conference in Washington, DC in July 2026. After careful consideration and planning, we’re excited to reunite our passionate community of advocates for what promises to be an inspiring and impactful gathering.
This National Conference will be an opportunity to come together in community, deepen our knowledge of the issues, strengthen our skills, and make our voices heard on Capitol Hill.
We will bring together grassroots advocates, policy experts, influential decision makers and congressional champions for three days of training, networking, and direct advocacy on Capitol Hill. With constituent advocates from across the country in DC in July, we will demonstrate the power of our network and advance critical anti-poverty legislation during the fierce urgency of now.
What to expect:
- In-depth policy training and skill-building workshops
- Personal meetings with your Members of Congress and their DC staff
- Networking opportunities with advocates from across the country
- Inspiring speakers, sharing successes and peer-to-peer learning
- Provide opportunities for thought partnership in future advocacy endeavors.
We’ll be sharing more details about registration, programming, and logistics in the coming weeks. Please mark your calendars now and plan to join us for this important gathering that promises to build community and drive impact.
Our movement is strongest when we’re together. I can’t wait to see you in DC.
In solidarity,
Joanne Carter
Executive Director
Frequently Asked Questions
The National Conference will be held July 12-14, 2026 in Washington, DC. The main trainings will take place on July 13 at American University School of Law. Here’s the schedule at a glance:
- July 12: Welcome Reception (evening)
- July 13: Trainings, Panels and Guest Speakers (all day)
- July 14: Hill Day (morning/afternoon) and Congressional Reception (evening)
While the format has evolved to a more focused schedule, the core objectives and experiences remain the same: bringing advocates together for high-quality training and education, meaningful connections with fellow advocates, direct engagement with policymakers, and strategic advocacy on Capitol Hill. You’ll still experience the inspiring community, skill-building opportunities, and impactful congressional meetings that have always been at the heart of our gatherings.
Registration details, including pricing, will be announced soon. RESULTS does not recoup the costs of holding the conference through registration fees. We’re committed to keeping the conference as accessible as possible and will therefore keep the registration fee modest.
Participants will be responsible for their own travel and accommodations. We will provide a list of recommended hotels near American University and Capitol Hill with information about group rates where available. More details will be shared when registration opens.
We understand that travel and accommodation costs can be a barrier to participation and seek to make this accessible. We have limited resources but will provide financial assistance options to help make the conference accessible to more advocates. Details about available support, eligibility criteria, and how to apply will be shared when registration opens.
While we won’t seek donations to a specific scholarship fund as we’ve sometimes done in the past, we will be extending financial assistance to make the conference accessible. If you are in a position to contribute financially, we ask that you give generously to RESULTS Educational Fund by making a donation today. Furthermore, during the conference itself, please know that we will enthusiastically invite participants to make a gift to RESULTS. Your generous financial support is what makes the organization’s work possible.
We welcome everyone, from seasoned advocates to first-time attendees! The conference will include training sessions designed for all experience levels, from those new to advocacy to seasoned grassroots leaders. This is a perfect opportunity to deepen your skills and connect with our national network.
This conference is designed as an in-person experience, particularly given the importance of face-to-face meetings with Members of Congress on Hill Day. However, we will explore ways to share key content and moments with those unable to attend in person. More details will be provided as we finalize the program.
Read about past conferences
What attendees said…
“A beautiful experience!”
“It was inspiring and motivating to see folks from around the world fighting for the same vision of a more equitable world.”
“Great to feed off the energy of so many inspired people.”
“I felt wonderful camaraderie with the other participants around our mutual efforts to create the political will to end poverty.”
“I felt empowered afterwards!”
“If you want to meet incredible advocates from all over the country and the world, if you want to learn new skills and sharpen the ones you have, and if you’re eager to take the issues you care about straight to your members of Congress, there is no better opportunity than the RESULTS Conference.”
“The people at the RESULTS Conference were so amazing. Before that, I wasn’t really aware of the way different government policies impacted me. But RESULTS gave me a whole new perspective.”
“I was so inspired at the RESULTS Conference. There were such amazing speakers and everyone there was so supportive. To see people my age caring about these issues was awesome.”
“When I attended the RESULTS Conference for the first time, I had no advocacy experience. Now, I walk into meetings with members of Congress feeling confident, informed, and empowered.”
“At the RESULTS Conference, a lot of like-minded people come together to change lives, change their environment, and change the world. That’s what is so exciting to me. At the RESULTS Conference, you get that motivation to go back home and do what you said you’re going to do.”