Thousands Unite Virtually for Largest Lupus Advocacy Summit Digital Lupus Advocacy Summit draws Nationwide attendance, Urges Congress to Support Lupus Research and Education Programs News provided by Share this article Share this article WASHINGTON, March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Foundation of America's 2021 Digital Lupus Advocacy Summit brought together thousands of lupus advocates from across the country to participate in educational and networking opportunities, while also advocating for funding of critical lupus programs. The Summit, which took place March 2 – 4, was the largest advocacy gathering of people with lupus ever, and included hundreds of virtual and phone meetings between members of Congress and lupus advocates asking their elected officials to support policies that will improve the quality of life for everyone affected by the disease.