Children's Congress Blog

CC, A Blast in the Past

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:05:50 -0500

Albert Ford: Reflecting on an unforgettable experience

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 09:54:14 -0500

As I sit here in the comforts of my own home and reflect back on Children's Congress 2007, only positive memories come to mind. As Mr. John Brady, a member of the JDRF International Board of Directors, said, I really feel like I received more than I gave. CC 2007 has been an amazing experience that has benefited me in more ways than one. I guess I am now a "certified" blogger; I have made new relationships with people I never thought I would, and I have re-built relationships that I know will last forever. Children's Congress was a success on a personal level for me, but it also helped us get closer and closer to our goal; a cure for type 1 diabetes.

VIDEO: Pam Edmonds Chairmom Reflections on 2007 Children's Congress

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 08:12:09 -0500

Pam Edmonds, Chairmom of JDRF's Children's Congress 2007, reflects on the success of the event and the passion of the delegates and their parents.

VIDEO: Kathy and Hunter Sego Discuss their Hill Blitz Meeting

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 19:09:37 -0500

Kathy and Hunter Sego from Indiana share their thoughts on the Capitol Hill blitz and their experience at Children's Congress.

PODCAST: Dr. Aaron Kowalski Highlights Progress on Artificial Pancreas Development

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 15:30:28 -0500

During a Town Hall meeting at JDRF Children's Congress, Dr. Aaron Kowalski addresses question from a delegate on development of the artificial pancreas.

Albert Ford: Congressional Hearing

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 15:26:55 -0500

As the end of the 2007 JDRF Children’s Congress rapidly approaches, the delegates and their families were given the opportunity to attend a hearing with members of Congress who are part of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The chair of the committee, Senator Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, graciously turned over the gavel to Senator Susan Collins of Maine, who chaired the meeting. Senators Daniel Akaka (HI), Jon Tester (MT), Carl Levin (MI) and Committee Chairman Leiberman participated in the hearing and welcomed the delegates from their states. During the hearing, Panel 1 consisted of NBA star Adam Morrison, JDRF International Chair and actress Mary Tyler Moore, and Director of the NIDDK Dr. Griffin Rogers. Panel 2 consisted of CC 2007 delegates Caroline McEnery, Caitlin Crawford, Tre Hawkins (from my hometown of Detroit), and Mrs. Ann Strader speaking on behalf of her sons Abe and Curt Strader.

VIDEO: Neil Strader on the Congressional testimony

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:49:29 -0500

Neil Strader shares his thoughts on Children's Congress and his family's Congressional testimony.

VIDEO: Kim Hawkins Talks About Her Son's Congressional Testimony

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:34:26 -0500

Kim Hawkins Talks About Her Son's Congressional Testimony.

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Albert Ford: Town Hall

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 06:56:37 -0500

The afternoon of day one of the 2007 Children’s Congress consisted of training for how the delegates and their guardians will approach their experience at Capitol Hill tomorrow. The delegates were treated to power point presentations from some experts on how the delegates/parents can be successful while talking to their legislators in Congress tomorrow.

VIDEO: Dexter Bean shares his thoughts about JDRF's Children's Congress

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:04:59 -0500

Dexter Bean joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).

VIDEO: Adam Morrison of the Charlotte Bobcats

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:01:32 -0500

Adam Morrison of the Charlotte Bobcats joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).

VIDEO: Dr. Aaron Kowalski

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:56:08 -0500

Dr. Aaron Kowalski joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).

VIDEO: LPGA Professional Michelle McGann

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:54:40 -0500

LPGA Professional Michelle McGann joined a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).

VIDEO: ESPN's Brian Kenney comments on JDRF's Children's Congress

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:42:41 -0500

Brian Kenney moderated a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).

VIDEO: ESPN's John Saunders

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:40:49 -0500

John Saunders of ESPN moderated a panel of professional athletes to answer questions from the JDRF delegates at the Children's Congress (June 18, 2007).