Register now for the 2026 USA Thalidomide Survivors Conference. The USATS Conference is where our community comes together to reconnect with old friends, welcome new survivors, share ideas, and support one another. This year, we’ll also have the unique opportunity to stand together in support of H.R. 5865—making our time together meaningful both personally and collectively.
Sunday – 9/20/2026 through Friday – 9/25/2026
Washington Dulles Marriott Suites
- Meet with Our Legislators – Opportunities to meet with legislators – join our pre-scheduled meetings or feel free to schedule your own as a constituent of your local representatives
- Attend Our Speaker Presentations A day of informative and fun presentations and sessions
- Mingle with Fellow Survivors, Advocates and Supporters. Group photo opportunities
- Share Stories Opportunity to share our unique stories and experiences
- Great room rates just for USATS! $169.00 per night (tax additional)
- Free hot breakfast (for two people)
- ADA compliant rooms available
- Restaurant and lounge on site (NEW this year Marriott is creating a special discount lunch and dinner menu exclusive for conference attendees)
- Bars and restaurants within walking distance
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- 3 miles from Dulles International Airport
- 1 mile from Herndon Metro Station