Patient Empowerment Summits & Advocacy Day
Summits & Advocacy Events
6th Stomach Cancer Patient Empowerment Summit – Los Angeles (November 13-15, 2026)
Thank you for your interest in the 6th Hope for Stomach Cancer Patient Empowerment Summit, taking place November 13–15, 2026, at the Marriott Long Beach Airport in Long Beach, California.
This annual Summit brings together patients, caregivers, survivors, researchers, clinicians, industry partners, and advocates for a weekend of education, connection, collaboration, and hope. Through expert presentations, patient stories, research updates, and meaningful conversations, attendees will gain valuable knowledge while building lasting connections within the stomach cancer community.
The Summit begins Friday afternoon with registration and a welcome reception and concludes Sunday afternoon.
Hotel Accommodations
We’ve secured a discounted room block at our host hotel:
Marriott Long Beach Airport
4700 Airport Plaza Drive
Long Beach, CA 90815
Group Rate: $189 + tax per night
Reserve Your Room: Marriott booking link here
Reservation Deadline: October 26, 2026
Travel Scholarships
Hope for Stomach Cancer offers a limited number of travel scholarships to help eligible patients and caregivers attend the Summit.
If you would like to be considered, please complete our Travel Scholarship Application.
Travel Scholarship Application Deadline: Friday, September 11, 2026
Apply for a Travel Scholarship: Link Here
5th Stomach Cancer Patient Empowerment Summit – Washington, DC (March 7–9, 2026)
We gathered in Washington, DC, for the 5th Stomach Cancer Empowerment Summit, where this year’s theme, Turning Insight Into Impact, highlighted the power of knowledge and collaboration to drive real-world change.
Over the course of the summit, patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers came together to share stories, learn from experts, and shape solutions that advance equity, innovation, and support for the stomach cancer community.
Through interactive workshops, expert-led panels, and meaningful networking opportunities, attendees gained tools, confidence, and connections to strengthen survivorship and improve care.
Every insight mattered. Every action counted. Together, we turned ideas into impact.
3rd Gastric Cancer Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill – Washington, DC (March 10, 2026)
📍 U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC
Immediately following the DC Summit, join us as we meet with policymakers to push for progress on the Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act—legislation aimed at improving screening, early diagnosis, and equitable treatment nationwide.
We Need Your Help: Fundraise for a Travel Scholarship
Want to attend a future Patient Empowerment Summit but need financial assistance?
By starting a fundraising campaign, you can qualify for a travel scholarship that may cover:
✔ Round-trip flight
✔ 3-night hotel stay
✔ All meals included
How It Works
- Raise $600 → Eligible for a 3-night hotel stay (double occupancy allowed)
- Raise $1,000 → Eligible for round-trip U.S. transportation + 3-night hotel stay
- Raise $1,500 → Eligible to bring a family member or caregiver (round-trip U.S. travel for two + shared hotel room for 3 nights)
Every dollar raised not only helps you attend—it also strengthens Hope for Stomach Cancer’s mission to support patients and families nationwide.
💡 Need help getting started?
📧 Contact [email protected] for personalized assistance.
FAQs
Q: What is the purpose of the Patient Empowerment Summits?
A: The summits provide education, support, and awareness for patients and caregivers, fostering a strong community of advocates dedicated to shaping the future of stomach cancer care.
Q: How is Advocacy Day different from the Summit?
A: While the Summit focuses on patient education and empowerment, Advocacy Day emphasizes policy change through direct engagement with legislators.
Q: Are financial assistance options available?
A: Yes! Through our travel scholarship program and fundraising challenge, participants can receive help covering travel and lodging expenses.
Q: Are the events livestreamed?
A: Yes! Portions of the educational conference are livestreamed, and select sessions are recorded for later viewing.
Q: How can I stay involved after the event?
A: Participants are encouraged to:
✔ Join advocacy efforts
✔ Share their stories
✔ Stay connected through Hope for Stomach Cancer’s programs and initiatives
Closing Words
The Patient Empowerment Summits are more than conferences — they are gatherings of hope, strength, and community. Together, patients, caregivers, and medical experts learn, connect, and support one another, building lasting relationships that extend far beyond the event.
Each Summit is designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate your cancer journey and know you are never alone.
💙 We look forward to welcoming you at our next Summit and continuing to grow this movement of empowerment and connection. 🎗
Reflections on Past Summits & Advocacy Days
4th Stomach Cancer Patient Empowerment Summit – Los Angeles November 14–16, 2025 | Long Beach, CA
The 4th Patient Empowerment Summit brought together patients, caregivers, clinicians, and advocates from across the country for three days of education, connection, and patient-powered progress.
Centered on the theme Patient-Powered Progress, the Summit emphasized trauma-informed care, survivorship, equitable access to treatment, and the critical role of lived experience in shaping research and policy.
Through expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and community-building sessions, attendees strengthened their knowledge, confidence, and connections — reinforcing that progress is strongest when driven by patients.
3rd Patient Empowerment Summit & 2nd Advocacy Day (Washington, DC – February 8–11, 2025)
The 3rd Summit empowered patients, caregivers, and advocates to take charge of their health journeys. Key themes included reducing racial and socioeconomic health disparities, driving systemic change, and ensuring equitable, high-quality care for all patients.
The 2nd Advocacy Day focused on raising awareness at the highest levels of government, with participants completing specialized training before meeting with legislators on Capitol Hill to advance early detection, prevention, and equitable treatment for stomach cancer.
2nd Patient Empowerment Summit & 1st Advocacy Day (Washington, DC – May 5–7, 2024)
This gathering emphasized patient-centered care, research, and advocacy. Highlights included discussions on health equity, patient rights, and mental health, as well as advocacy efforts that contributed to the introduction of the Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act.
Recap Videos:
-2nd Patient Empowerment Summit Highlights
-2nd Patient Empowerment Summit and Advocacy Day Recap
Recap of the 1st Patient Empowerment Summit
Our inaugural summit was a groundbreaking three-day event fostering community, education, and advocacy. With 75+ in-person attendees and 200 online participants, it featured expert-led discussions on cutting-edge treatments and clinical trials, workshops on advocacy and mental health, and moving patient testimonials.
November 2023
– HOPE Summit Highlights November 2023 RECAP Video
Livestream & Event Archive – Watch Past Patient Empowerment Summits!
📺Missed a Summit or want to revisit past sessions? Watch recordings from previous Patient Empowerment Summits and Advocacy Days, featuring patient stories, expert panels, and community discussions.
✔ 2023 Livestream
– Stomach Cancer Patient Empowerment Summit Livestream
✔2024 Livestream
– 2nd Patient Empowerment Summit Washington DC Livestream – May 6, 2024 – 9AM EST
✔ February 2025 Livestreams
– Day 1 – 3rd Patient Empowerment Summit Washington DC Livestream
– Day 2 – 3rd Patient Empowerment Summit Washington DC Livestream
– Day 3 – 3rd Patient Empowerment Summit Washington DC Livestream
✔ November 2025 Livestreams
– Day 1 – November 14, 2025 Los Angeles 4th Patient Empowerment Summit Livestream
– Day 2 AM – November 15, 2025 Los Angeles 4th Patient Empowerment Summit Livestream
– Day 2 PM – November 15, 2025 Los Angeles 4th Patient Empowerment Summit Livestream
– Day 3 – November 16, 2025 Los Angeles 4th Patient Empowerment Summit Livestream