Spina Bifida Association

🎓📚 Two webinars. Two knowledgeable speakers. Valuable resources for individuals and families in the Spina Bifida community.

Join the Spina Bifida Association of the Carolinas for two free virtual events designed to educate, empower, and support our community.

🎓 Preparing for College with a Disability
Presented by Brian Gutierrez
📅 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM ET

Getting ready for college? Disability resource professional and national disability rights advocate Brian Gutierrez will share practical guidance on disability services, accommodations, self-advocacy, and strategies for a successful transition from high school to college. Drawing from both his professional expertise and his lived experience with Spina Bifida, Brian offers valuable insights for students, families, and educators.

🔗 Zoom Link:
https://vist.ly/5av7n

📚 Storytime & Q&A with Author Kelly Jeffers
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM ET

Join Kelly Jeffers, author of I Might Be Just a Little Bit Different, for a special reading of her heartwarming children's book followed by a live Q&A. Born with Spina Bifida, Kelly has spent her life creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and sharing her story. From her years as a nationally ranked disabled ski racer to her career in human rehabilitation, Kelly's message highlights hope, love, determination, and the importance of embracing what makes each of us unique.

🔗 Zoom Link:
https://vist.ly/5av7r

Whether you're preparing for college, raising a child with Spina Bifida, or looking for practical information and encouragement, these webinars offer something for everyone.

We hope you'll join us!

Spina Bifida Association

Everyone deserves access to information about sexual health, intimacy, and relationships.

Join Juli Harrison, OTD, OTR/L, ATP, Adjunct Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh, for a candid Community Information Session designed specifically for wheelchair users.

📅 Thursday, July 16, 2026
🕖 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT

This session will cover:
• Positioning and seating considerations
• Adaptive clothing for greater independence
• How to talk with your healthcare team
• Resources to support your sexual health journey

Bring your questions and gain practical, judgment-free information in a welcoming space.

🔗 Register today: https://vist.ly/5am3s

July is Disability Pride Month.

At the Spina Bifida Association, we're committed to building a better, brighter future for everyone impacted by Spina Bifida.

Through research, clinical care, education, network building, and advocacy, we work to improve health, expand knowledge, strengthen community, and drive meaningful progress for people with Spina Bifida across the lifespan.

This Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the disability community and remain focused on advancing our mission—today and every day.

Happy Disability Pride Month!