Testimonial
Stanford Genetic Counseling Department
"It was such an honor to have Nicole give this seminar. The feedback clearly reflects how much we learned and how valuable this talk was for our genetic counseling community! Thank you for taking the time to share your insights and experiences with us all. "
Warmly,
Carolyn Bell (she/her)
M.S. Candidate in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling
April 1 & April 2
I will be Co-hosting DisCO at the CAPTOL CALIFORNIA DISABILITY COMMUNITY ADVOCACY CONFERENCE
The California Disability Advocacy annual conference on Day 1 inspires, educates, and empowers attendees to become advocates for Californians with developmental disabilities. The conference is presented by The Arc of California, Easterseals, and United Cerebral Palsy. Each year, the conference features nationally-known speakers who have been trailblazers who promote policies that improve the disability system, enabling people with disabilities to live inclusively in their communities. Attendees include individuals with disabilities, their families and support staff, service providers and regional center employees, governmental officials, educators, and other leaders and advocates within the disability community.
Join us on Day 2 for our second annual DisCo at the Capitol FREE event bringing together hundreds of disability advocates and professionals across California. The FREE event will be held on the West Steps of the California state Capitol on April 2, 2025. Attendees will hear from inspiring keynote speakers and trailblazers in the disability field, and meet with legislators to advocate for continued progress and resources for the community.
Becoming a Trailblazer
Nicole Adler Makes History as First Ever Grand Marshal for Pride Parade with Down Syndrome
Becoming a trailblazer for people with a disability who also identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, July 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Human rights advocate Nicole Adler, 29, made history as the first San Francisco Pride Community Grand Marshal with Down syndrome (Trisomy 21) – the largest LGBTQIA+ Pride celebration in the world with over 400,000 attendees.“It’s a huge honor to represent both the disability and LGBTQ communities. I get to carry the torch and show others that anything is possible if you believe in yourself,” said Nicole Adler, a speaker and human rights advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed presented Adler with a Certificate of Honor on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, recognizing her nomination by SF Pride Members as Community Grand Marshal.
“Your dedication to advocating for all members of the LGBTQ and Developmental Disabilities Community has empowered countless individuals,” said Mayor Breed. “Your unyielding advocacy across state and local governments under the banner of love, acceptance and unity, truly represents the San Francisco values at its best.”
