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March 7
The Diocese of Arlington and Porto Charities invite you to the annual conference on disability, "From Inclusion to Belonging: Building a Beautiful Life," on March 7, 2026, at Saint John Paul the Great High School. Join families from across the Diocese for a day of learning and fellowship to build a beautiful life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Explore concrete ways to achieve inclusion within our schools, parishes, and communities. The event features a keynote conversation with Mark Bradford of Word on Fire and Melody Escobar of Baylor University, as well as a virtual address and prayer by Most Rev. Michael Burbidge. The conference includes insightful breakout sessions, an Art Exhibit, and a resourceful vendor area with local providers. There are dedicated tracks for individuals with disabilities, educators, parents, clergy and religious, and a Spanish-language track. Registration includes breakfast and lunch. Childcare is available. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are also available. For more details and registration, please visit www.portocharities.org/2026conference