AIDSWatch 1996: National Lobbying Days in Washington, May 19-21

A number of organizations are sponsoring this year's AIDSWatch, in which people from across the country travel to Washington D.C. to meet with their Congressional representatives or their staffs. Participants can get help in arranging appointments, and can attend two daily briefings on current AIDS issues and on how to advocate effectively. Last year over 500 people from 40 states participated.

On Sunday, May 19, training, briefing, and registration will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the National Education Association auditorium, 1201 16th St. NW (but check with the organizations involved, in case there are any late changes). After the briefing, the International Candlelight Memorial Washington vigil will be held at Lafayette Park, across the street from the White House, from 6:30 p.m. to approximately 7:00. After the vigil, the official AIDSWatch reception will be at Cafe Sesto, at 15th and K St. NW.

Monday the 20th and Tuesday the 21st are the AIDSWatch Congressional appointment days. Also, there will be briefings at 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Methodist Building, 110 Maryland Avenue NE, near the Capitol.

For more information, including suggestions on travel and hotel arrangements, contact Lisa Ragain, National Association of People with AIDS, 202/898-0414.