National Right to Life’s 55th Annual Conference

June 12–13, 2026
Arlington, Virginia

Rewriting life and liberty on the hearts of

WE THE PEOPLE

This summer, the 55th National Right to Life Conference will gather in Arlington, Virginia, under the theme “We the People: Standing for Life.” Just across the Potomac River from the nation’s capital, Arlington places you minutes from the monuments and memorials that tell the story of America. From this central location, you can look out toward the Capitol, the White House, and the Washington Monument and remember that our founders pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor so that a new nation could rise in defense of human dignity.

Arlington sits at the heart of a vibrant region. You can ride the Metro or take a short drive to the National Mall, the Smithsonian museums, the Library of Congress, and the memorials to Washington, Lincoln, and Jefferson. Walk through Arlington National Cemetery, visit the Marine Corps War Memorial, or enjoy Old Town Alexandria’s cobblestone streets and waterfront. From our conference hotel, you have easy access to restaurants, shopping, and parks, along with quick connections to Reagan National Airport and the broader D.C. area.

This conference will equip you to stand for life and invite you to step outside and join a nation in celebration. Washington will shine in 2026 as the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding with special events, concerts, and fireworks across the city. You will spend your days learning, planning, and praying with pro-life leaders from across America, then head out in the evenings to see the sights and celebrate the birthday of the country we love. It will be a time to strengthen your voice for the voiceless and to thank God for a nation that still calls power back to “We the People.”

The Proudly Pro-Life Gala Featuring Scott Jennings

Scott Jennings is one of the clearest and most fearless conservative voices in American public life. Night after night on CNN, he walks into hostile territory, speaks with confidence, and refuses to let the Left’s talking points go unanswered. He does not blink. He does not back down. He brings facts, wit, timing, and the kind of moral seriousness this moment demands. At a time when too many people trim their words to fit the mood of the room, Scott Jennings tells the truth straight. That is one reason so many Americans have come to admire his voice. 

Jennings brings a remarkable record to the podium. He served in the administration of President George W. Bush as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of Political Affairs. He helped shape winning Republican campaigns, advised major leaders, and built a reputation as a strategist with sharp instincts and real staying power. Beyond politics, he is a founding partner of RunSwitch Public Relations, a widely known Kentucky-based communications and public affairs firm. He has also taught and served in fellowship roles at leading institutions, including Harvard, Georgetown and the University of Chicago. 

Also an accomplished writer, Jennings has written for the Louisville Courier Journal, appeared in national outlets, and in late 2025 published “A Revolution of Common Sense,” a book that reflects the same blunt clarity and conviction he brings to television. He knows how to explain the stakes. He knows how to frame an argument. And he knows how to reach people who do not already agree with him. 

For pro-lifers, what makes Scott Jennings especially compelling is not merely his résumé. It is his willingness to engage the life issue directly. He has pushed back publicly against radical abortion politics, challenged false narratives about abortion law, and called out the extremism of those who defend abortion even in the latest stages of pregnancy. In public posts and on-air exchanges, Jennings has criticized support for abortion in the ninth month and forcefully defended the truth about babies born alive after abortion attempts. 

Our annual conference gathers men and women who have given their hearts, labor, and often decades of their lives to defend unborn children, protect mothers, and build a culture that honors every human life. This year, our gala speaker matches the moment. Scott Jennings brings energy. He brings insight. He brings national stature. Most of all, he brings the fighting spirit that pro-lifers recognize and appreciate.

On Saturday night, June 13in Arlington, we will gather not simply to celebrate a speaker, but to rally around a cause bigger than any one person. We will celebrate the truth that every child matters. We will honor those who refuse to give up. And we will hear from a man who has shown the country what it looks like to stand firm when the pressure rises.

We could not be more excited to welcome Scott Jennings to the Proudly Pro-Life Gala stage.Join us for what promises to be one of the most memorable evenings of the 55th Annual National Right to Life Conference.

2026 Conference Venue

Crystal Gateway Marriott

Crystal Gateway Marriott sits in Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia, and connects directly to the Crystal City Shops and the Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow and Blue lines. Guests walk indoors from the lobby into the shops, restaurants, and cafes, or step outside for a short walk to Fashion Centre at Pentagon City and the surrounding streets of Pentagon City. The hotel anchors the growing National Landing district near Amazon’s HQ2, with offices, parks, and neighborhood dining right outside the door. 

The hotel stands less than a mile from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), with a quick shuttle or one Metro stop between the terminal and the lobby. Downtown Washington sits roughly three Metro stops away and about three miles from the property, so guests can reach the National Mall, the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, and major federal buildings in just a few minutes. A short ride in the other direction brings guests to Old Town Alexandria along the Potomac, which adds historic streets, waterfront dining, and boutique shopping to the list of nearby options.

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