The Essential Pro-Life Educational Event
During this two-day educational and training event, national experts on life issues gather in one place to equip pro-lifers from across the country with the knowledge and skills needed to advance our cause.
General Sessions and Break-Out Sessions
There will be several General Sessions and smaller break-out sessions. All will feature pro-life leaders who advocate for unborn children and their mothers, persons with disabilities, older people, and vulnerable people who cannot defend themselves.
Where can I stay during the Conference?
Our venue for 2024 is the Crystal Gateway Marriott (703- 920-3230). This hotel and convention center is located conveniently close (one mile) from Reagan National Airport (DCA), two miles to Washington, DC, and is directly connected to the Crystal City Metro station. Click this link to get our special room rate, $149/night plus tax. You must mention that you are with National Right to Life when making the room reservation in order to receive this rate. If you need a handicap accessible room, you can request one when reviewing your online reservation. or you can call the hotel directly to make your reservation, 703.920.3230. This room rate will go up after June 5, 2024, so register today.
If you’re driving, parking is $31/day—a special rate for conference attendees.
What airport can I fly into?
For the easiest transfer to the Conference at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, fly into Reagan National Airport (DCA). DCA is a short metro ride (just one stop), or a short taxi/ car service ride, to the hotel. Dulles Airport (IAD) is located approximately 45-60 minutes from the hotel; Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) is approximately 60-90 minutes from the hotel.
You can take the metro to the Crystal Gateway Marriott from Reagan National Airport (DCA; Metro information here) and Dulles Airport (IAD; Metro information here). Click here for walking directions to the hotel if arriving by metro.
Will I receive anything in the mail?
No, nothing will be sent in the mail.
The name(s) entered on the registration form will be added to a list. When you check in at the Conference, you will be given your registration information and other necessary items.
Where can I find online registration?
To register for NRL Conference 2024, click here.
Can I register when I get to the Conference?
Yes, on-site registration is available, but the registration fee will increase after June 1. Click here for registration information.
What can I do for meals while at the Conference?
There are several meal options for your time at the Conference. The Crystal Gateway Marriott has dining options for breakfast, dinner, and grab-and-go snacks and beverages. The surrounding area in Crystal City has several all-day dining options within a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel – click here for information. Other dining options are located just a metro ride or short drive away, including The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (Arlington), Ballston (Arlington), Clarendon (Arlington), The Village at Shirlington (Arlington), historic Old Town, Alexandria, Georgetown, and Washington, D.C.
Can I pay by check?
When you register online, you can pay either by credit card or check.
Can I be a sponsor of the Conference?
Yes, sponsorship opportunities are available. Click here to inquire.
I will be driving to the Conference. Is there parking available?
Yes, there is a special NRLC Conference rate of $31/day for on-site parking at the Marriott.
For public parking information, click here (choose “Crystal City” to see lots near the hotel).
Attire?
There is no dress code for attendees, but you will be walking from one session to another, so wearing comfortable attire and shoes is key. Saturday’s Gala Dinner is cocktail or business attire.
Can children and teens come to the Conference?
Children and teens are welcome at the NRLC Conference. This includes all General Sessions, Break-out Sessions, Prayer Breakfast, and Gala, but please note that there will not be any childcare or teen-focused sessions.
The prime location of the NRLC Conference offers families many opportunities to explore Washington, DC and the surrounding area. Points of interest around the hotel include not only the sites in Washington, DC., but also places like George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, Georgetown, and historic Old Town, Alexandria. Access to many of these locations is easy: the Crystal Gateway Marriott has direct access to the Metro for travel around the area.
National Right to Life…
Committee
National Right to Life has been protecting life in America since 1968. Through education and legislation, National Right to Life has worked to restore legal protection to the most defenseless members of our society who are threatened by abortion, infanticide, assisted suicide, and euthanasia.
Conference
The Conference is the educational and training event of the year. Learn from the best, mingle with like-minded people, listen to great speakers, and leave feeling empowered to advocate for Life.
Chapters
National Right to Life is a federation of 50 state affiliates and over 3,000 local chapters.
From our 2023 Convention:
Our theme for the 2023 National Right to Life Convention is ”Making Abortion Unthinkable”
During the 2022 Convention in Atlanta, the Dobbs decision came down, overturning Roe, while pro-lifers from across the country and the world were together, learning, teaching and equipping.
We now have the opportunity one year later to come together again and see what has happened, what hasn’t, and how to continue to move forward in a post-Roe America.
You truly won’t want to miss taking part in this convention—even if you missed it in person, listen to the recordings!