# Event Details - **Event Name**: ADVANCE 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 19 Dec, 2026 at 09:15 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Your next level starts here! Join women across generations for a day of healing, clarity, empowerment, and divine connection.About this Event✨ ADVANCE 2026 | Women’s Leadership & Empowerment Conference ✨It’s time to ADVANCE—spiritually, personally, and professionally. Your next level starts here.About ADVANCE 2026ADVANCE 2026 is a one-day transformational women’s conference designed to help you heal, grow, and lead with confidence and purpose.Hosted by Dr. Luquanda Hawkins & Fresh Anointing COGIC, this experience brings together powerful voices across ministry, business, education, media, healthcare, and leadership to pour into women from all walks of life.Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, creative, student, parent, survivor, or simply seeking clarity—this space was created for you.We also proudly offer Youth ADVANCE, a dedicated experience for children and teens ages 5–18, designed to nurture identity, confidence, leadership, and purpose in the next generation.What You’ll Experience🎤 Dynamic keynote speakers & teaching🙌 Worship & spiritual renewal💬 Powerful panels & honest conversations📚 Leadership & personal growth sessions🤝 Networking & connection breaks🛠 Practical tools for real-life advancement✨ Moments of healing, prayer, and encouragement🛍 Vendor marketplace & community resourcesOur MissionWe Are Our Sisters’ Keeper.ADVANCE exists to create a safe, empowering environment where women are seen, supported, and equipped to rise in every area of life.We are also committed to providing access for women in shelters and transitional spaces so they can experience healing, hope, and empowerment—regardless of financial circumstance.Come Expecting✨ Inspiration💖 Healing🔥 Breakthrough🤝 Connection📈 Growth🕊 Renewal💬 Authentic conversation🌱 A refreshed sense of purposeStay ConnectedFor full conference details, updates, and announcements, visit our official website:Hotel AccommodationsA discounted room block has been secured for attendees.Book your stay here: https://youtu.be/LpQ_sOzYLO8Agenda🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AMCheck-In/Registration & Continental BreakfastInfo: Begin your ADVANCE 2026 experience with a warm and elegant morning of connection, fellowship, and expectation during our Check-In, Registration & Continental Breakfast experience. As guests arrive, they will be welcomed into a beautifully curated atmosphere designed to help every woman feel seen, valued, and inspired from the very beginning of the day. Attendees will receive their exclusive conference materials and gift bags while enjoying a delicious continental breakfast, networking opportunities, uplifting music, and meaningful conversations with women from diverse backgrounds, industries, ministries, and life experiences. This opening gathering is intentionally designed to create community, foster sisterhood, and set the tone for a transformational experience centered on healing, leadership, purpose, faith, and advancement. Whether you arrive knowing many people or walking in alone, you will quickly discover that ADVANCE 2026 is more than an event — it is a welcoming community of🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AMOpening Session!Info: ADVANCE 2026 will begin with a powerful and unforgettable Worship Experience designed to prepare hearts, shift atmospheres, and usher women into a life-changing encounter with God. This sacred opening moment will include heartfelt welcome remarks, meaningful sponsor recognition, and special honor presentations celebrating transformational leaders such as Bishop Ron Gibson, Lavette Gibson, and Dr. Holly Carter for their extraordinary impact on lives, leadership, healing, and ministry. Guests will also experience a moving video introduction honoring Pastor Judy Shaw, followed by a prophetic atmosphere moment filled with worship, reflection, encouragement, and spiritual empowerment. This opening experience is intentionally designed to move attendees from ordinary routine into divine expectation as the conference transitions into an unforgettable day of restoration, leadership, healing, purpose, and advancement. Come prepared for more than a conference — prepare for an encounter.🕑: 10:36 AM - 11:36 AMKeynote Address!Info: The ADVANCE 2026 Keynote Address will be a dynamic and transformational moment designed to ignite vision, awaken purpose, and empower women to boldly step into the next season of their lives. This powerful keynote experience will challenge attendees to break beyond limitations, heal from past obstacles, embrace their God-given identity, and lead with confidence, wisdom, and authenticity. Through prophetic insight, practical leadership principles, personal testimony, and spiritual empowerment, this featured address will speak to women from every walk of life — leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, ministry leaders, mothers, students, creatives, and women navigating seasons of rebuilding and rediscovery. Attendees can expect an atmosphere filled with encouragement, truth, inspiration, and actionable wisdom that speaks to both the heart and the future. The keynote moment is designed to leave every woman feeling strengthened, seen, empowered, and equipped to move forward with renewed faith. 🕑: 11:36 AM - 03:15 PMConnection, Collaboration, Lunch & Breakthrough Sessions!Info: Enjoy an empowering afternoon designed to foster authentic connection, practical growth, and personal transformation. Following prayer and transition into the next conference experience, attendees will participate in a Networking Lunch & Vendor Marketplace featuring meaningful conversations, business connections, resources, and fellowship with women from diverse backgrounds and industries. Guests will then engage in two dynamic Breakout Session Blocks focused on leadership, healing, faith, wellness, relationships, entrepreneurship, purpose, and personal growth. These sessions are designed to provide practical tools, spiritual insight, honest conversations, and strategies women can apply to everyday life. Throughout the experience, attendees will enjoy moments of encouragement, reflection, reset, and inspiration as they continue their ADVANCE 2026 journey toward healing, confidence, clarity, and purpose.🕑: 03:25 PM - 04:30 PMAuthentically Me: Worship & Prophetic Conversations!Info: Experience a powerful worship encounter designed to uplift, heal, and empower women to embrace their authentic selves. This impactful ADVANCE 2026 segment will include a dynamic Worship Experience and a life-changing Prophetic Word Moment filled with encouragement, restoration, and spiritual insight. Attendees will also engage in our inspiring panel discussion, *“Authentically Me!”*, where influential women will share honest conversations about faith, healing, leadership, identity, overcoming obstacles, and walking confidently in purpose. Through transparency, wisdom, and real-life experiences, guests will be encouraged to release fear, break free from limitations, and fully embrace who God created them to be. This experience is designed to create an atmosphere of empowerment, healing, authenticity, and breakthrough for every woman in attendance.🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PMMasterclass & Creative Worship Experience!Info: Experience an inspiring and transformative segment of ADVANCE 2026 beginning with a special video introduction honoring Dr. Holly Carter, followed by a powerful Masterclass Session designed to equip, challenge, and empower women to lead boldly in every area of life. Through wisdom, practical insight, and visionary leadership, attendees will gain valuable tools for personal, spiritual, and professional growth. The experience will then transition into a moving Collaborative Dance Offering featuring expressive worship through movement, creativity, and artistry. This special moment is designed to create an atmosphere of reflection, healing, unity, and spiritual connection as women encounter God through both teaching and creative expression. This portion of ADVANCE 2026 blends leadership, worship, creativity, and empowerment into one unforgettable experience.🕑: 05:30 PM - 08:00 PMManna Moment & Evening Reception Experience!Info: Prepare for a powerful and refreshing moment at ADVANCE 2026 beginning with a special video introduction honoring Dr. Debra Morton, followed by an impactful Manna Moment designed to nourish, encourage, and spiritually strengthen every woman in attendance. This experience will offer timely wisdom, inspiration, and prophetic insight to help attendees continue moving forward with renewed faith and purpose. Guests will then transition into an elegant Interlude Reception, providing time to reset, reflect, fellowship, and connect before the evening program begins. This experience creates space for meaningful conversations, encouragement, relationship building, and personal reflection in a welcoming and uplifting atmosphere. The Manna Moment & Evening Reception Experience is intentionally designed to refresh the heart, restore the spirit, and prepare attendees for an unforgettable closing experience at ADVANCE 2026.🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:15 PMLive Worship Finale & Closing Blessing !Info: Experience a powerful and unforgettable conclusion to ADVANCE 2026 as the evening transitions into a dynamic Live Recording Worship Experience filled with passionate worship, celebration, prophetic atmosphere, and heartfelt moments of reflection. This special finale is designed to unite women in one powerful sound of faith, gratitude, healing, and surrender as the conference culminates in an atmosphere of worship and expectancy. The evening will conclude with Closing Remarks & Final Blessing, offering encouragement, impartation, gratitude, and a final charge for attendees to boldly walk in purpose, healing, leadership, and authenticity beyond the conference experience. Women will leave empowered, refreshed, spiritually renewed, and equipped to continue advancing in every area of life. This closing experience is more than an ending — it is the beginning of a renewed journey forward. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/advance-2026/100001984851315716 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, contests, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 13 hours 15 minutes - Location: Vanguard University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 1250, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Costa Mesa - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Vanguard University - **lat**: 33.6619319 - **long**: -117.9017563 - **full address**: Vanguard University, 55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ADVANCE 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/073278635d8dcbf22d1fa9e70cc732b8e78b3fcd605191ad5a4d6606d6952954-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2e1a48-gmir.jpg?v=1778724987 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ADVANCE 2026 being held? - **A:** ADVANCE 2026 takes place on Sat, 19 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 19 Dec, 2026 at 09:15 pm at Vanguard University, 55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing ADVANCE 2026? - **A:** ADVANCE 2026 is organized by Dr. Luquanda Hawkins. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ADVANCE 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Costa Mesa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Hawkins is a transformational leader, educator, author, preacher, visionary, and advocate whose life’s mission is centered on empowering people to heal, grow, lead, and walk boldly in their God-given purpose. With a unique blend of educational leadership, ministry influence, prophetic insight, and community empowerment, Dr. Hawkins has dedicated her life to serving others spiritually, personally, professionally, and academically.As the Founder and Visionary of ADVANCE 2026 — Women’s Leadership & Empowerment Conference — Dr. Hawkins is creating a movement designed to inspire women from every walk of life to rediscover purpose, embrace authenticity, heal from trauma, strengthen their faith, and advance confidently into their next season. Her vision for ADVANCE is rooted in the belief that women should not merely survive adversity but rise in wisdom, leadership, healing, and influence. Through this groundbreaking experience, she is bringing together voices from ministry, education, entertainment, business, healthcare, and leadership to pour into women holistically.Dr. Hawkins is an accomplished educator and school leader with more than two decades of experience in education, leadership, mentoring, and youth development. She currently serves as Principal of Betty Gibbel Regional Learning Center through the Riverside County Office of Education, where she has worked tirelessly to support students facing academic, emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. Her leadership philosophy centers around restoration, access, empowerment, whole-child development, and helping students discover their value and potential.Academically, Dr. Hawkins holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and a Doctorate in Ministry, reflecting her passion for both intellectual excellence and spiritual transformation. Her work consistently bridges the gap between faith and practical leadership, allowing her to minister effectively in both educational and ministry settings.In ministry, Dr. Hawkins is a respected speaker, teacher, mentor, and servant leader within the Church of God in Christ. She serves faithfully alongside her husband, Superintendent Wilbert E. Hawkins Jr., at Fresh Anointing Church of God in Christ, where she is known for her leadership, compassion, wisdom, and dedication to helping others grow spiritually and personally. Her ministry work spans discipleship, women’s leadership development, youth mentorship, conference coordination, outreach initiatives, and prophetic teaching.Dr. Hawkins is also a passionate advocate for women in ministry and leadership. Her doctoral research and theological work focus on the ordination and empowerment of Black women within the Church of God in Christ and the broader faith community. Through her scholarship, speaking engagements, and mentorship, she continues to encourage women to embrace their voice, calling, and leadership potential without apology.An accomplished author, Dr. Hawkins has written and developed numerous books, devotionals, Bible studies, discipleship manuals, journals, and leadership resources focused on healing, belief, discipleship, productivity, faith, trauma recovery, and spiritual growth. Her writings are known for blending biblical truth, practical wisdom, emotional honesty, and prophetic encouragement.Beyond ministry and education, Dr. Hawkins is deeply committed to community outreach and youth empowerment. She has developed mentoring programs, conferences, educational initiatives, and community events designed to support underserved populations, strengthen families, and provide hope to future generations. Her leadership consistently reflects her belief that transformation happens when people are given both opportunity and genuine support.Known for her warmth, authenticity, creativity, and visionary leadership, Dr. Hawkins has become a trusted voice to women, leaders, educators, and faith communities. Whether speaking on stages, teaching in classrooms, mentoring emerging leaders, or leading worship and prayer, she carries a message of healing, empowerment, restoration, and purpose.At the heart of everything she does is a simple but profound desire: to see lives transformed by the power of God, education, love, and intentional leadership.Dr. Luquanda Hawkins continues to inspire others to move beyond fear, limitations, pain, and past experiences into a life of purpose, healing, faith, leadership, and impact." } ] } ] ```