Support for Legislative Action
This past March (2019), advocate Francesca Testa let us know about a bill being debated in the Connecticut General Assembly that would mandate the second dose of the MenACWY vaccine for all students across the state. Thanks to Francesca, NMA was able to reach out to our network of advocates and submit nearly a dozen letters to the committee in support of the bill. Advocates shared with lawmakers how meningitis had touched their lives, and the letters were posted on the General Assembly website.
Francesca attended the hearing in person. She got in touch with NMA a few days later and told us how massive and virulent the anti-vaccine presence was in the chamber. As frustrating as that can be, it further underscores the important work of NMA advocates who share their stories and educate others about the vaccines available in the hope that other families don’t have to experience the devastating impact of meningitis.

Advocate Profile in People Health Magazine
In the fall of 2019, NMA advocate Amanda Richter was featured on the cover of People Health magazine. Amanda told...Read MoreCharity Golf Tournament for NMA
This past April (2019), advocates Casey and Michelle Stewart held their 12th annual Stews Shootout, benefitting NMA. Casey also took...Read MoreAdvocate Video with Yahoo! Lifestyle
On May 22 (2019), NMA advocates Greg and Laurie Stelzer were featured in a Yahoo video about their family’s experience...Read MorePresentations at Immunization Conferences
In September 2019, two of our advocate families participated in the 2019 Vaccines For Children (VFC) Annual Immunization Review in...Read More