06/08/2026
🌍❤️ World Sickle Cell Day Symposium 2026 ❤️🌍
Join us as we bring together leading voices in healthcare, advocacy, and research for an inspiring conversation on living well with sickle cell disease.
This year's theme, "Is 50 the New 20? Boldly Living Your Best Life with Sickle Cell Disease," celebrates progress, resilience, and the evolving journey of individuals living with sickle cell disease.
We are honored to welcome Wayne A. I. Frederick, Howard University President Emeritus, as a featured speaker alongside an esteemed panel of experts and advocates dedicated to advancing awareness, education, and patient-centered care.
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Howard University Hospital – Towers Auditorium
Attendees will enjoy:
✨ Expert speakers and thought-provoking discussions
🏆 An awards ceremony recognizing excellence and impact
🤝 Opportunities to connect with patients, caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals
🍽️ Lunch provided
Together, we can continue to raise awareness, drive advocacy, and advance care for the sickle cell community.