Our Global Learning Conference is about more than learning – it is also a chance to come together as a community. Explore the special activities taking place throughout the conference, including a documentary screening, community awards, and talent show celebrating connection, creativity, and the lived experiences of people affected by EDS and HSD.
What's on Offer?
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The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are joining the Global Learning Conference!
We are delighted to announce that the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will be joining us at the Global Learning Conference! Two members of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will be joining our Gala Dinner and Junior Zebras prom for an unforgettable evening of celebration and community.
Their participation will add an exciting and memorable element to the evening, bringing energy, inspiration, and a spirit of togetherness to a night dedicated to our community. We look forward to sharing this unique experience with our attendees as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and determination that unite us globally.
We are pleased to share that the first 30 people who register for an in-person ticket at the Global Learning Conference using code DCCGLC will receive a $30 coupon to spend at our conference shop on-site.
Complicated – Documentary Screening
Join us on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 pm for a special screening of Complicated, a powerful documentary that follows several families over the course of seven years as they navigate the challenges of seeking answers, treatment, and support for complex health conditions. Through deeply personal stories, the film explores the obstacles many patients face on the path to diagnosis, care, and understanding.
The screening will be followed by an intimate Q&A session with ElevateRARE Executive Director and Co-Producer of Complicated, Donna Sullivan, and Aurora Richards, who is featured in the documentary alongside her daughter.
Content Advisory / Trigger Warning
Complicated contains emotionally challenging content that may be distressing for some viewers, particularly those with personal experiences of medical trauma. The documentary includes discussions of suicide, severe health challenges, medical gaslighting, mental health struggles, allegations of Munchausen syndrome by proxy, and brief depictions of seizure activity.
The film also follows several individuals whose health journeys end in death during the course of filming. Some interviews and healthcare experiences portrayed in the documentary may be especially impactful for members of the community. Attendees are encouraged to engage with the film in a manner that supports their individual well-being. A licensed counselor will be available during the screening and throughout the conference for anyone seeking support.
Zebras Got Talent
We are inviting all artists and creators to take part in the “Zebras Got Talent” exhibition, by submitting their original work!
Zebras Got Talent is a hybrid exhibition that will showcase the creativity of those in our community. Those joining us in person will have the opportunity to perform their talent live during the conference, and all entries will be uploaded for attendees to view and vote for their favorite on our event app, Whova.
