Advocacy
Advocacy is a major component of CCFA’s mission. Its advocates are not only patients, but family members, friends, caregivers, and doctors who want to make their voices heard and see a future free from Crohn's and colitis. Foundation advocates call for increased Federal funding for Crohn's and colitis research and awareness programs designed to improve the lives of patients. The Foundation encourages its members, volunteers, and friends to become actively involved in advancing its public policy goals. By sharing personal stories and providing crucial information about the impact of these devastating diseases, advocates inform and inspire elected representatives in Congress.
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