IAVA's 2023 All-Star Advocacy Fly-In
After two years of success with IAVA’s Virtual Fly-In, our premier leadership development program is back in person in 2023. IAVA’s All-Star Advocacy Fly-In gives Member Advocates the opportunity to meet with policy makers face-to-face, to share their stories, and to discuss the issues that matter most to post-9/11 veterans.
2023 EVENT DETAILS
IAVA’s fight for veterans does not stop. 2022’s wins were HUGE, but there is still much to be done to support post-9/11 veterans. Building on last year’s successes, IAVA’s All-Star Advocacy Fly-In returned in-person once again to optimize efforts to reach policy makers and passionately express our concerns regarding the issues that matter most to our veteran members.
Our outstanding Member Advocates joined us February 27th through March 2nd, 2023. See below for a schedule of events and video recaps.
2023 Member Advocates
IAVA members go through a rigorous application process and are competitively selected to come to Washington, DC to tell their stories and advocate with IAVA on behalf of the post-9/11 generation of veterans.
Scroll through the carousel below to learn more about IAVA’s 2023 Member Advocates.
Policy Priorities
IAVA’s Member Advocates met with Senators, Representatives, and other Policy Makers to discuss the most pressing issues faced by post-9/11 veterans.
IAVA's Policy Priorities
IAVA’s members have identified the top Policy Priorities that matter most to them.
Watch Highlights from IAVA's 2023 All-Star Advocacy Fly-In
IAVA Member Advocates report their experiences as IAVA’s 2023 All-Star Advocacy Fly-In progresses. More videos are available in IAVA’s 2023 All-Star Advocacy Fly-In video showcase.
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More #AllStarAdvocacy videos are available in IAVA’s 2023 All-Star Advocacy Fly-In video showcase.
IAVA Staff and Member Advocates met with 140 Senators, Representatives and their legislative staffs. Read the Press Release summarizing the 2023 Member Fly-In.
Here’s a quick overview of our outreach during the week:
Tuesday, February 28, 2023:
- Multiple meetings with policymakers to urge support for the Major Richard Star Act and more
- Press Conference on the healthcare program for 9/11 responders and survivors
- Press Conference on the Maj. Richard Star Act: 3 PM at the Senate Swamp
Wednesday, March 1, 2023:
- Joint Senate and House Committees on Veterans Affairs Hearing: 10 AM in the Russell Building
- Multiple meetings with policymakers to urge support for the Major Richard Star Act and more
Thursday, March 2, 2023:
- Virtual meetings with policymakers to urge support for the Major Richard Star Act and more
