

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 MA West Region Self Advocacy Conference
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a day of empowerment, fun, and connecting with others who are all about speaking up and making a difference!About this Event2026 MA West Region Self Advocacy ConferenceJoin us at the Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel on May 30, 2026  for a day full of inspiration and empowerment. This event is all about boosting your self-advocacy skills and connecting with others who share your passion. Don’t miss out on great workshops, fun activities, and chances to make your voice heard!Agenda🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMRegistration 🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMKeynote Speaker Tamera Huntley Info: Tamara Huntley is a licensed social worker, public speaker, and disability advocate dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to advocate for themselves and define their own futures. Born with cerebral palsy, Tamara brings both lived experience and professional expertise to her work. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Bridgewater State University and currently serves as the Self-Advocacy Liaison for the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council. Tamara began her public speaking career with Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong, training individuals with disabilities about abuse prevention through the Awareness in Action workshops. For more than 18 years, she has led trainings focused on self-advocacy, independence, and leadership. Tamara mentors young women with disabilities through the THRIVE program at Easter Seals and serves on several advisory and leadership boards.🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PMMorning Workshops 🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:30 PMAwards Ceremony🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PMLunch Info: Meal Options  
Cobb Salad
Pasta Primavera (VEGETARIAN)      Garlic Rosemary Chicken (GLUTEN FREE)        🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PMSpecial Presentation by MASS🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PMAfternoon Workshops 🕑: 03:00 PMRaffle Drawing
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/2026-ma-west-region-self-advocacy-conference/100001985840237608
- **Event Categories**: workshops, business, conferences, art, fine-arts, public-speaking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 55.2, max: 65.87, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel
- **lat**: 42.1019416
- **long**: -72.590914
- **full address**: Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel, One Monarch Place, Springfield, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: The Consortium (https://allevents.in/org/the-consortium/24277303)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel, One Monarch Place, Springfield, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 55.2 up to 65.87 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Consortium
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, business, conferences, art, fine-arts, public-speaking
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 2026 MA West Region Self Advocacy Conference ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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