Beyond the Surface™: Alopecia & Sickle Cell Awareness, Education & Advocacy

Schedule

Thu Sep 17 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Queens Public Library Langston Hughes | Queens, NY

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Beyond the Surface™ is a free community event recognizing Alopecia Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month.
About this Event

Join AKP Innovations for Beyond the Surface™, a powerful community experience created in recognition of Alopecia Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

This free event brings together advocates, healthcare professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community members for an evening centered on awareness, education, advocacy, and meaningful conversation.

Through personal stories, expert insight, and community dialogue, our featured speakers will explore the realities of living with and supporting those affected by alopecia and sickle cell disease and trait. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, connect, ask questions, and leave feeling better equipped to advocate for themselves and others.

What to Expect:

  • Powerful conversations and lived experiences
  • Alopecia and sickle cell education and awareness
  • Advocacy resources and community connection
  • Insights from healthcare professionals and advocates
  • Light refreshments
  • An empowering and welcoming environment

Presented by: AKP Innovations
Sponsored by: Pfizer

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Langston Hughes Library
100-01 Northern Blvd, Corona, NY

Admission is FREE, but seating is limited and Eventbrite registration is required.

Come ready to listen, learn, connect, and help us move the conversation beyond the surface.

Empowering voices. Sharing knowledge. Building community. Together, we raise awareness and drive change.

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Where is it happening?

Queens Public Library Langston Hughes, 100-01 Northern Blvd, Queens, United States

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