Our daytime Summit will offer numerous trainings, keynotes from the nation’s top leaders, and networking opportunities.

Early bird ticket rates for the two-day Summit are only $75 and includes lunch and refreshments (both days). For a limited time, students and young leaders can purchase a $25 Summit ticket or discounted Summit and Gala combo ticket here using promo code: STUDENT

Our can’t-miss Gala will feature incredible keynotes, entertainment, food and beverages on September 17th. Ticket prices start at $250.

RSVP for both events and purchase your tickets here.

September 16: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Plenaries and Keynotes
Hear from top healthcare leaders, immigrant rights advocates and movement builders, plus a landmark panel with all the Indian American Members of Congress. Speaker lineup announcement coming soon!

Affinity Groups and Networking
Join spaces for LGBTQ+ South Asians, elected officials, grassroots organizers, health professionals, and more designed for connection, collaboration, and community care.

Community-led Breakout Sessions

• What I Wish You Knew: Bridging Generational Divides
• Art & Storytelling: Reclaiming Narrative, Moving Hearts and Minds
• The Anatomy of Change: How Movements Win
• What I Wish You Knew: Marginalized Voices Within
• Campaign in a Box

September 17: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Highlights include an Indian American Congressional Panel and a South Asian Day on the Hill. Hill Day registered attendees will head to Capitol Hill for a day of action to meet with U.S. Representatives and Senators to advocate for our communities.

On September 17, join Impact and a coalition of partner organizations for South Asian Day on the Hill — a day of advocacy where Summit attendees will meet directly with their members of Congress.

We’ll provide training, talking points, and all logistics — you just show up ready to advocate for our communities.

Hill Day is included with Summit registration—to participate you must register by August 20.

Thank you to all who submitted a proposal for the 2025 Summit & Gala!

We’re currently reviewing all applications—all accepted submissions and facilitators will be notified by August 22, 2025.

This year, we are awarding three awards at our 2025 Summit & Gala: Desis Persist on September 16th and 17th in Washington, DC:

The Dalip Singh Saund Award is presented to an elected official for outstanding public service and dedication to civic engagement and involvement at the state and local levels of government.

The Dr. Shyamala Gopalan Harris Award is given to an individual who demonstrates courage, determination, and commitment to allyship and the cause of civil rights for all in the United States.

The Voices of the Diaspora Award honors a storyteller, artist, or organization whose work uplifts the diverse experiences of the South Asian American diaspora.

Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities here.

By joining as a sponsor for the 2025 Summit and Gala, you are investing in the future of our diaspora’s civic engagement and participation as we work towards better representation of the more than 5 million in our communities.

For questions about sponsorship or to confirm participation, please contact prerana@iaimpact.org.

The annual Summit takes place at the Washington Marriott Georgetown on Sept. 16 & 17, 2025.  Click here for hotel booking link.

The hotel is metro accessible and there is a parking fee.

The annual Gala takes place at the Salamander Washington DC on the evening of Sept. 17, 2025.

The hotel is metro accessible and there is Valet parking only.

Thank you for your interest in covering Indian American Impact’s 2025 Summit and South Asian Day on the Hill.

The Summit and Hill Day are open to press. Please RSVP below to receive credentials and updates.

Please note: The Gala is closed to press. Members of the media may attend the Gala in a personal capacity by purchasing a ticket here.

For questions, contact sarah@iaimpact.org.

If you’ve been looking for ways to engage in the South Asian community, Impact has a number of volunteer roles available for the 2025 Summit and Hill Day!

Please fill out the form below if you are interested in volunteering on September 16th, 17th, or both days.

For questions, contact ranak@iaimpact.org.