Events

Each year, United Spinal Association / National Spinal Cord Injury Association hosts a number of exciting, one-of-a-kind events. These events provide an opportunity for people with disabilities to discover new and healthier lifestyles, interact/engage with others in the disability community, become advocates, and learn more about our programs. Most events are free and open to the public.You can view events, meeting dates, and chapter events in our calendar at www.spinalcord.org/eventx/calendar
Upcoming 2012 Events
From Within – Annual Conference for Women with Disabilities – Marriott Marquis Hotel United Spinal’s Women Without Limits program teams up with Independence Care System (ICS) to present a conference program on self-esteem, self-awareness, and self-empowerment for women living with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. You won’t find another event that provides this much useful information on issues facing women with disabilities.	New York City, NY Saturday, May 19th: 9am-5pm
Roll On Capitol Hill (ROCH) Renaissance – DuPont Circle A conference and advocacy opportunity to address major policy and legislative issues that impace the health, quality of life and independence of Americans with spinal cord injuries or disorders (SCI/D) with Congressional leaders.	Washington, DC Monday, June 25th AND Tuesday, June 26th
8th Annual Kids Sports Spectacular – Wells Fargo Center KSS will take place at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Continuing its tradition of offering educational sports and recreation opportunities that leave lasting, positive effects on participants and their families. This is an opportunity for young boys and girls to participate in sports-related activities that are fun, teach the value of teamwork, and build confidence and self-esteem.	Philadelphia, PA Saturday, August 4th: 10am-3pm
Independence Expo – ORLANDO – Marriott World Center Explore your abilities! And there is more to explore than ever before including information on the latest treatment strategies, adaptive equipment, lifestyle-enhancing information, therapeutic breakthroughs, community services, as well as a full line-up of consumer sessions.	Orlando, FL Friday, August 24th: 10am-4pm AND Saturday, August 25th: 11am-4pm