NURSERY (Age 6mo - 4 year)
We are pleased to provide this complimentary community resource to all registered attendees. From age 6mo to 4 yrs,our youngest attendees may not yet know it, but they are already part of a powerful legacy. The Nursery features a safe, engaging, and nurturing enviroment deisgned for our youngest attendees, allowing parents and caregivers to participate fully in Convention activities while children enjoy age-appropriate care and activities.
CHILDREN'S TRACK 1:
SC3 KIDS (Age 5 - 11)
The SC3 Kids Track introduces children to the power of friendship, confidence, creativity, and self-expression.
Through engaging activities, children will discover that they each have unique gifts and talents that can make a difference in the world around them.
Activities include:
Art therapy and creative expression
Interactive games and team-building
Story time with warrior heroes
STEM and discovery activities
Movement and mindfulness
Age-appropriate health education
By helping children build confidence early, we empower them to take their first steps toward becoming future leaders.
CHILDREN'S TRACK 2:
SC3 NEXT GENERATION (Age 12 - 15)
Today's learners are tomorrow's leaders.
SC3 Next Generation is designed to help pre-teens and early teens develop leadership skills, confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of their role within the community.
Participants will engage in:
Leadership development
Team-building activities
Self-advocacy training
Community service projects
Creative arts and expression
STEM exploration
Health education
This track encourages participants to think strategically about their future while discovering the many ways they can contribute to their families, schools, and communities.
YOUNG ADULT TRACK (Age 16 - 22)
The Young Adult Track is designed for emerging leaders preparing to navigate adulthood with confidence and purpose.
Participants will explore:
Leadership and advocacy
College and career readiness
Financial literacy
Healthcare transition planning
Peer mentoring
Mental health and wellness
Relationships and communication
Civic engagement
As young adults begin making decisions that shape their futures, this track provides the tools, resources, and support needed to help them make informed choices and confidently take their next step forward.
MENS TRACK
Too often underrepresented in chronic illness spaces, the Men's Track provides a safe, affirming, and empowering environment for male warriors, caregivers, fathers, brothers, partners, mentors, and allies.
This track recognizes that leadership takes many forms. Through honest conversations, peer support, and practical guidance, participants will explore how to navigate life's challenges while positioning themselves to lead within their families, workplaces, and communities.
Topics include:
Masculinity and chronic illness
Fatherhood and caregiving
Mental and emotional wellness
Relationships and intimacy
Career development and financial wellness
Self-advocacy and healthcare navigation
Leadership and community engagement
This track encourages men to embrace their strengths, support one another, and make intentional moves that create lasting impact for future generations.
TRAIT TRACK
Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools we possess. The Trait Track is dedicated to individuals living with sickle cell trait and their families, providing information that empowers participants to make informed decisions for themselves and future generations.
Participants will explore:
The realities and misconceptions surrounding trait
Reproductive health and family planning
Genetic counseling and inheritance
Emerging trait-related research
Community awareness and education strategies
By fostering informed conversations and thoughtful planning, this track helps individuals better understand their options and prepare for the road ahead.
CAREGIVERS TRACK
Caregivers are often the steady force behind every success story within the sickle cell community.
This track recognizes the critical role caregivers play in supporting, advocating for, and empowering their loved ones while navigating their own personal and professional responsibilities.
Sessions focus on:
Caregiver wellness and resilience
Mental health and self-care
Healthcare navigation
Advocacy and communication
Family transitions
Financial and legal planning
Building support networks
Through education, encouragement, and connection, caregivers will gain practical tools and renewed strength to continue guiding their families and helping shape a brighter future.
POST-TRANSFORMATIVE THERAPIES TRACK
Theme:
From Surviving to Thriving: Creating Community Post-Therapy
As more warriors pursue transformative therapies, new opportunities and challenges continue to emerge. This track is designed for individuals navigating life after bone marrow transplant, stem cell transplant, gene therapy, or other transformative treatments.
Sessions focus on:
Long-term health and recovery
Survivorship and identity
Mental health and emotional adjustment
Family planning and future goals
Community-building and peer support
Emerging research and long-term outcomes
This track celebrates warriors who have entered a new chapter of their journey and are helping shape what comes next for the broader sickle cell community.