Events & Activities

Our events and activities unite patients, advocates, and healthcare professionals to raise awareness, share knowledge, and promote better digestive health. Whether you’re joining us for an educational event, advocating for change, or connecting with others, your involvement helps create a stronger, more informed community.

Featured Upcoming Events

2025 Virtual Advocacy

IFFGD 2025 Virtual Advocacy & Education Event
Saturday, March 15, 2025
This Virtual Education Event will provide presentations for patients, caregivers, and other members of the digestive health community on resources to assist with your illness journey and ways to advocate from the comfort of your home.
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2022 IFFGD Digestive Health Wellness Event Social Image

IFFGD 2025 Virtual Digestive Health & Wellness Event
August 23, 2025 ā€“ August 30, 2025
The 2025 Virtual Digestive Health Wellness & Walk is a week-long annual charitable event to raise money to support gastrointestinal illness research. Like a traditional walk, participants register to be active to get credit for steps taken during the event. However, this event goes beyond a step goal by awarding participants points for self-care, wellness, and outreach activities. #Moves4GIhealth25
Registration opens August 1, 2025
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Past Events & Highlights:

Virtual Digestive Health & Wellness Events: Building a Stronger Community of Support for Digestive Health

Building a Stronger Community of Support for Digestive Health

Our past virtual health and wellness events have brought together individuals from all walks of life, healthcare professionals, and advocates to share valuable insights on digestive health. These events are designed to educate, empower, and provide support to anyone affected by GI conditions.

Capitol Hill Advocacy & Education Event: Advocating for Digestive Health on a National Stage

Our annual Capitol Hill Advocacy Day brings together advocates from across the nation to raise their voices and meet with lawmakers about critical issues affecting those with digestive diseases. This event empowers individuals to become advocates for change and play a direct role in shaping policies that improve digestive health care.

These past events have left a lasting impact on our community, and weā€™re proud to continue the work that started during these important days. Together, we can ensure better healthcare and resources for those affected by digestive diseases.

Why Attend Our Events?

  • Connect with others who share similar experiences.
  • Gain valuable information about digestive health.
  • Advocate for better policies and awareness on Capitol Hill.
  • Help raise money to support gastrointestinal illness research

Ready to make a difference? Sign up for an upcoming event or join us for one of our health and wellness sessions today!

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