Barbara Jordan Conference Center at KFF
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The Well – Talking Hands
An Intro to ASL Workshop, in partnership with Interpret This!, on the history and fundamentals of American Sign Language.
The Well – Disability, Health, and Justice: Expanding Access for All
Explore how the 2008 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments have expanded—and where they still fall short. This engaging session, curated by To Be a Problem author Dara Baldwin, breaks down key definitions and the broad scope of disability today. Panelists will highlight real-world examples and discuss the Reproductive Health Care Accessibility Act, which aims to close persistent gaps in care for women, men, people with disabilities, and underserved rural and urban communities. Learn how you can help advance more inclusive legislation.
The Well – Grown Folk Talk: Issues in Women’s Health
Covering key topics including prenatal, childbirth, fibroids, menopause, heart and elder health.
This panel centers the real stories encountered by front-line medical experts with vital information for potential patients.
The Well – Grown Folk Talk: Issues in Men’s Health
This program addresses the critical health issues men face, with a special focus on reaching Black men, who are disproportionately affected by chronic illnesses.
We’ll look at risk factors, including prostate and testicular cancer, STIs and diabetes, with insights from leaders in the field of wellness for men. This panel is about breaking the silence, removing the stigma, and empowering men to take control of their health—body, mind, and spirit.