On February 17, 2026, over 100 advocates from the spinal cord injury (SCI) and scientific communities came together in Washington, D.C. for U2FP’s Capitol Roll. These individuals included SCI scientists and researchers, industry and foundation representatives, advocacy organizers, and especially those living with SCI and their family members.
These advocates attended over 60 meetings with legislators and their staff, asking for increased funding and practical policy changes to improve spinal cord injury research outcomes. It was a great start, but it was only the beginning.
We need YOU to continue making the case to your congressional representatives. Download our Federal Advocacy Packet and join the campaign!
This packet includes a compelling set of facts and graphs that make clear the need for changes to policy and budget for spinal cord research. Review them carefully and then use and share them in conversation with your federal legislators (find your congressional members).
