Cayenne Wellness Center will hold its 5th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Educational Summit on September 15-16, 2026, at the Marriott Long Beach Downtown in Long Beach, California, with an online attendance option. The two-day event is designed for healthcare professionals, educators, social workers, students, Hispanic and Latino individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease, and members of the broader community. This year's summit holds special significance as it coincides with National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and the opening of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15), providing a timely opportunity to highlight the intersection of culture, health, and sickle cell disease.
The summit will feature culturally relevant education, community voices, advocacy, and dialogue focused on improving awareness, health equity, and access to quality sickle cell care. Programming will explore the relationship between country of origin, genetic background, and community-centered sickle cell education, while providing practical tools for warriors to advocate for themselves and navigate sickle cell disease, comorbidities, and related health concerns. A central component will be a warrior-led roundtable, allowing individuals living with sickle cell disease to share their experiences directly with attendees. Breakout sessions will address the transition from pediatric to adult care, men's health, women's health, international warriors, and providers and caregivers.
Beam Therapeutics, Inc. is a gold sponsor, while Chiesi USA, Inc. and Global Rare Diseases are silver sponsors for the summit. The event aims to strengthen relationships across the sickle cell community, with vendor and exhibitor tables available for community organizations, businesses, healthcare organizations, authors, artists, educational institutions, and industry partners. Registration is now open at https://cayennewellness.org/espanol/hispanic-heritage-virtual-seminar-2026. Vendor and exhibitor opportunities can be reserved at https://tinyurl.com/HHVENDOR2026.
Cayenne Wellness Center and Children's Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2000, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with sickle cell disease in California. The organization provides expert, unbiased, and comprehensive care while promoting education, advocacy, and awareness for healthcare providers, patients, and the wider community. With a strong grassroots network and a commitment to equity, Cayenne Wellness continues to be a trusted leader in advancing sickle cell support and resources. Learn more at CayenneWellness.org.
