Golden State Celebration 2026: Spotlighting SDP Self-Advocates

Join us in September 2026 to celebrate and spotlight the amazing voices of SDP self-advocates in person!
About this Event

Golden State Celebration 2026: Spotlighting SDP Self-Advocates

Get ready for a fun and inspiring in-person event! Join us as we celebrate the amazing SDP Self-Advocates making waves across the Golden State. It’s all about sharing stories, building connections, and shining a bright spotlight on advocacy. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this awesome gathering!

Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM
Doors Open
🕑: 08:45 AM
Welcome/Introductions
🕑: 09:00 AM
Keynote
Host: Dani Bowman

Info: Telling her story of life, her work, and the power of believing in yourself and your vision.

🕑: 09:30 AM
Panel Discussion: Self Advocates/Circle of Support
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Introduce IF, CVRC, LVAC tables and Break

Info: Vendors and Participants available at this time

🕑: 11:00 AM
What is SDP? Process and Principles.
Host: Kristianna Moralls
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch: Vendors available, Reminder of Survey and Raffle Giveaway
🕑: 12:45 PM
One-Page Profile Workshop
Host: Michelle Smith & Dawn Purdy

Info: This is a hands on workshop to make your own sample One-Page Profile.

🕑: 02:15 PM
Celebrate SDP Video
🕑: 02:30 PM
Closing, Survey and Raffle Giveaway