The Importance of Belonging in 2025

Join us for an inspiring online symposium that transform your professional and personal world. This year's symposium brings together health professionals from all disciplines to explore the vital theme of "Belonging." In a world increasingly marked by hyper-individualism, this event aims to cultivate community and connection as essential components of well-being.

Hosted by STAR, this symposium will feature renowned speakers, including Dr. Kelly Allen, Dr. Gail Whiteford, Dr. Amy Pearson, and Dr. Georgia Pavlopoulou. Together, they will share insights and practical strategies to foster belonging in health care settings, emphasizing the importance of collective well-being over isolation.

Throughout the event, attendees will engage in a variety of sessions, including:

• Keynote Lectures: Hear from leading experts on the significance of community in health care and the detrimental effects of loneliness and hyper-individualism.
• Interviews: Interviews with authors and researchers will explore innovative approaches to supporting belonging.
• Breakout Discussions: Collaborate with fellow attendees in breakout sessions designed to share experiences and strategies for promoting connection in your practice.
• Q&A Opportunities: Engage directly with our speakers to address your questions and deepen your understanding of the topic.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn practical tips for intentionally fostering belonging in your professional environment.
• Understand how to combat loneliness and promote community as a priority in health care.
• Discover how connected relationships can guide your practice and enhance the well-being of those you serve.
• Recognize that self-care is not just an individual pursuit, but a connected and collective act that strengthens our communities and supports our shared resilience.

This symposium is a call to action for all health professionals dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive environments that prioritize the well-being of individuals and communities. Join us in this essential conversation and take a stand against the loneliness epidemic.

Register now to secure your spot and be part of a movement that champions connection and belonging in health care!

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Become a Sponsor

We are delighted to invite you to the 2025 STAR Sensory Symposium, held virtually on October 18, 19, and 26. This premier event brings together experts in disordered Sensory Processing and related conditions to explore cutting-edge research, intervention strategies, and collaborative approaches.

To maximize your impact, we offer a range of exhibitor and sponsorship packages designed to align with your objectives and ensure a meaningful presence at this transformative event.

Benefits include:

• Increased visibility and exposure for your products and services to a highly targeted sensory audience of 400+ attendees, including some of the most influential leaders committed to improving the lives of people living with sensory processing challenges and related conditions
• Increased network of vendors, professionals, and researchers working in the neurodivergent community and individuals and families living with sensory processing challenges
• Growth of your customer base, greater visibility for your organization, and enhanced brand recognition in a vibrant atmosphere

To register, please visit https://bit.ly/star-sponsorship or contact: Crystal Hays, Marketing Manager at marketing@sensoryhealth.org or Tory Plucheck, Development Officer, at development@sensoryhealth.org or 303-221-7827 (Ext: 143) with any questions.