Community Events Calendar
Find webinars, workshops, social gatherings and more in this curated events calendar. Events are designed for those with vitiligo or feature a topic that might be relevant to someone living with vitiligo. The calendar includes virtual and in-person events located in the USA and worldwide. Events are hosted by Living Dappled and other organizations.
Events are curated by our editorial team and are updated on the first of each month. To submit an event, please email erika@livingdappled.com.
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Featured Events
VStrong Detroit Community Support Meeting
Thursday, July 11th, 2024
Host: VStrong Detroit
Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. CST
Type: In-person
Location: New Center One, 7th floor, 3031 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202
Website: https://www.vitiligostrong.com/meeting-info-highlights
VStrong Detroit hosts its bimonthly Community Support meeting. The agenda will include highlights from World Vitiligo Day 2024 and info about upcoming events such as the VStrong community picnic. The meeting also includes time for attendees to socialize and connect.
Autoimmune Community Summit
Thursday, October 17th – Friday, October 18th, 2024
Host: Autoimmune Association
Date: Thursday, October 17th – Friday, October 18th, 2024
Time: Varies
Type: Virtual
Website: https://autoimmune.org/resource-center/autoimmune-summit/
The annual Autoimmune Community Summit is a free, virtual event for anyone affected by autoimmune disease (including vitiligo) to share information, be inspired, and create new connections. During the event patients can connect, share their stories, and build a supportive and encouraging network.
Upcoming Events
Events are organized by date and updated by the first of each month
Vitiligo Society Parent Support Network Meeting
Saturday, June 29th, 2024
Host: Vitiligo Society
Date: Saturday, June 29th
Time: 2:00 p.m. GMT
Type: Virtual
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vitiligo-society-parent-support-network-virtual-meeting-tickets-914488217877
A meeting for children living with vitiligo or anyone caring for someone living with vitiligo–run by parents of children with vitiligo. This small and informal catch-up includes time dedicated to children, giving them a few minutes to meet virtually and even play games together. There will also be time for parents and caregivers to share their experiences and build a support network together.
VitSupport Virtual Support Group
Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
Host: Vitiligo Society
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd
Time: 7:30 p.m. GMT
Type: Virtual
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vitsupport-virtual-support-group-tickets-815162331477?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join the Vitiligo Society team for their monthly virtual support group. These meetings give attendees the chance to connect with the Vitiligo Society team as well as talk to other people living with vitiligo. Staffed by volunteers who live with vitiligo themselves, this virtual group is the perfect place to share what you’ve been going through or discuss questions about the condition. This month’s meeting features guest speaker Logina Salah, an Egyptian influencer, model and former makeup artist, sharing about her vitiligo journey.
VStrong Detroit Community Support Meeting
Thursday, July 11th, 2024
Host: VStrong Detroit
Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. CST
Type: In-person
Location: New Center One, 7th floor, 3031 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202
Website: https://www.vitiligostrong.com/meeting-info-highlights
VStrong Detroit hosts its bimonthly Community Support meeting. The agenda will include highlights from World Vitiligo Day 2024 and info about upcoming events such as the VStrong community picnic. The meeting also includes time for attendees to socialize and connect.
Onward: Opzelura Learning Session
Tuesday, September 10th, 2024
Host: Opzelura
Date: Tuesday, September 10th, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. CT
Type: In-person
Location: Location TBD, Chicago, IL
Website: https://www.opzeluraonward.com/#upcomingsessions
This free educational seminar offers participants the chance to learn more about Opzelura, the first FDA-approved medication option for nonsegmental vitiligo. The session will include tips for communicating with healthcare providers and tracking treatment, as well as a Q +A with a dermatology specialist. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to connect with others living with vitiligo during breakout sessions.
Onward: Opzelura Learning Session
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Host: Opzelura
Date: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. PT
Type: In-person
Location: Location TBD, Los Angeles, CA
Website: https://www.opzeluraonward.com/#upcomingsessions
This free educational seminar offers participants the chance to learn more about Opzelura, the first FDA-approved medication option for nonsegmental vitiligo. The session will include tips for communicating with healthcare providers and tracking treatment, as well as a Q +A with a dermatology specialist. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to connect with others living with vitiligo during breakout sessions.
Autoimmune Community Summit
Thursday, October 17th – Friday, October 18th, 2024
Host: Autoimmune Association
Date: Thursday, October 17th – Friday, October 18th, 2024
Time: Varies
Type: Virtual
Website: https://autoimmune.org/resource-center/autoimmune-summit/
The annual Autoimmune Community Summit is a free, virtual event for anyone affected by autoimmune disease (including vitiligo) to share information, be inspired, and create new connections. During the event patients can connect, share their stories, and build a supportive and encouraging network.
For more information about events through the Dappled Darlings Community, Living Dappled’s membership network, visit https://livingdappled.com/membership/ to become a member.
For more vitiligo events, check out the Global Vitiligo Foundation’s events calendar.
Past Events
- Vitiligo Parent Support Network Meeting (June 29, 2024)
- Vitiligo Society World Vitiligo Day Celebration (June 25, 2024)
- World Vitiligo Day-USA (June 21-23, 2024)
- Onward: Opzelura Learning Session (June 20, 2024)
- Camp Victory (June 19-20, 2024)
- Vitiligo Awareness Day Celebration (June 15, 2024)
- Onward: Opzelura Learning Session (June 12, 2024)
- VitSupport Virtual Support Group (June 5, 2024)
- Vitiligo Support Group with Dr. Pearl Grimes and Nada Elbuluk (May 18, 2024)
- VStrong Detroit Community Support Meeting (May 9, 2024)
- VitSupport Virtual Support Group (May 1, 2024)
- Beautifully Unblemished Vitiligo Model Call (May 1, 2024)
- I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots Storytime (April 30, 2024)
- Vitiligo Voices Canada: Exploring Vitiligo Virtual Chat (April 29, 2024)
- Mind My Skin: Beyond the Surface (April 27, 2024)
- VStrong Shines: Sun Protection Strategy Forum (April 27, 2024)
- Onward: Opzelura Learning Session (April 23, 2024)
- Onward: Opzelura Learning Session (April 9, 2024)
- VitSupport Virtual Support Group (April 3, 2024)
- Beautifully Unblemished Youth Vit Chat (March 30, 2024)
- VStrong Detroit Community Support Meeting (March 14, 2024)
- 2024 GVF Annual Scientific Symposium at AAD (March 7, 2024)
- VitSupport Virtual Support Group (March 6, 2024)
- Beautifully Unblemished Vitiligo Support Group (February 17, 2024)
- VitSupport Virtual Support Group (February 7, 2024)
- Ask the Expert: Empowering Your Health Through Nutrition (January 15-19, 2024)
- VStrong Detroit Community Support Meeting (January 11, 2024)
- Autoimmune Community Summit (October 5-16, 2023)
- Beautifully Unblemished Walk for Vitiligo (September 30, 2023)
- 2023 World Vitiligo Day – USA (June 23-25, 2023)
- Understanding Clinical Research (April 21, 2023)
- 2023 GVF Annual Scientific Symposium at AAD (March 16, 2023)