Getting involved in the 25th annual National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) is easy. Every effort, no matter the size, helps to spread infertility awareness to higher levels and brings women and men struggling together. This NIAW, pledge to make a difference by finding a way to get involved.
- Participate in the 2014 Advocacy Day -For the past several years Shady Grove Fertility Physicians, staff, and patients have joined RESOLVE to speak with legislators on Advocacy Day. During this daylong event, women and men living with infertility come together in Washington, D.C. to talk to Members of Congress about issues important to our community. This event ensures that you have a chance for your voice to be heard. In preparation for the event RESOLVE provides registrants training and information needed for this day of empowerment. Advocacy Day is a great opportunity to meet RESOLVE leaders and others from the infertility community who want to make a difference. Over 100 people have already signed up,
register today to attend Advocacy Day – May 7th, 2014.
Check out photos from last year’s Advocacy Day
- Write a Letter to Your Representative – Can’t make it to D.C. for Advocacy Day? That’s ok! It only takes three letters to get the attention for the average representative and it can take as little or as much time as you have to put everything together. If you want to make sure your voice is heard this form letter can be quickly printed, signed, and mailed off to D.C. If you have a little more time, the most powerful letters include a personal testimonial about your specific experience with infertility. Sharing your story is a great way to help representatives understand what their constitutes need, insurance coverage through state mandates is a great example of legislation related to fertility care. Last year hundreds of Shady Grove Fertility patients wrote letters to their representatives, making a strong impression among local leaders.
Click here to submit a template email to your Senator.
Click here to submit a template email to your Representative.
- Share Your Story, Share Your Strength – Time and time again the most popular emails we send out are patient stories. These inspirational testimonials continue to help patients find hope when it might otherwise be hard to find. Your experience is no different. This NIAW share your story and your strength to help others when they need it the most.
Share Your Story
- Participate in RESOLVE’S Walk of Hope – RESOLVE’s Walk of Hope is a one mile walk that recognizes the many ways in which families are built. The third annual Walk of Hope: Washington D.C will be held on Saturday, June 21st 2014 at the National Harbor in Maryland. Funds raised from the Walk support local RESOLVE programming which includes support groups and educational events, public awareness initiatives, and advocacy efforts to ensure family building options are available to all!
Click here to register for the 2014 RESOLVE Walk of Hope
Check out photos from the 2013 Walk of Hope
- Volunteer with RESOLVE – Looking to extend your involvement out side of NIAW? Look no farther than the many volunteer opportunities available through RESOLVE. Whether you are interested in becoming a Peer-Led Support Group Leader, Coordinator, or advocate there is something for everyone.
Check out more details at resolve.org
- Spread the Word on Social Media – 1 in 8 women and their partners will experience infertility. Help take away that feeling of being alone, and help spread the word on Facebook, Twitter, and any other network where you have a voice.
Share “I am 1 in 8” on Facebook
- Heart to Heart Video Contest – Ferring is once again putting on their “Heart to Heart” video contest. If you used BRAVELLE®, MENOPUR®, and/or REPRONEX® you could be the next winner a $10,000 educational fund. Put together a short, creative video essay about your journey to parenthood and provide some needed inspiration to others hoping to build or grow their families.
Learn more about the “Heart to Heart” contest
If you have questions about fertility or are ready to schedule an appointment at Shady Grove Fertility, please speak with one of our New Patient Liaisons at 877-971-7755.
