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Breakthrough T1D 2025 Children\u2019s Congress, our 13th biennial event held for youth ages 4 \u2013 17 living with type 1 diabetes, will take place in Washington, DC from July 7\u20139, 2025. More than 160 youth from across the country and around the globe will have the unique and empowering opportunity to meet with Members of Congress and other Federal decision-makers to shine a light on the day-to-day experiences of life with T1D and advance our key issues.<\/p>\n

Why should you apply to represent the Mid-Atlantic Chapter at Breakthrough T1D 2025 Children\u2019s Congress? In addition to making an impact on Capitol Hill, you\u2019ll build lifelong friendships with other youth with T1D, meet inspiring T1D Role Models, develop leadership skills, and learn how to take your advocacy work to the next level!<\/p>\n

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If you are interested in participating in Breakthrough T1D 2025 Children\u2019s Congress, you may apply online now through November 24, 2024, at 11:59 PM HST at cc.breakthrought1d.org<\/a>. Applicants must be between the ages of 4 and 17 at the time of the event to be eligible to apply.<\/p>\n

Help us create a world without type 1 diabetes by speaking up and sharing your personal story in Washington, DC! For more information, check out the Breakthrough T1D Children\u2019s Congress<\/a> website. If you have any questions, please contact the Breakthrough T1D Advocacy team at childrenscongress@breakthrought1d.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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