More importantly, we brought virtual volunteering opportunities to bbcon attendees. We partnered with Goodera to benefit underserved children and people living with disabilities. Participants recorded audiobooks for Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area, which works with hospitalized children, and learned sign language to record messages of hope for Unitopia, an organization that works with neurodiverse children.
Laura Dern shared details about her work in film, her charitable involvement, and the ways she has given back.
LeVar Burton discussed his lifelong passion for literacy, the importance of storytelling, and how technology can connect us.
Dr. Pippa Grange spoke about how to perform under pressure, overcome fear, and avoid burnout.
Colbie Caillat sang us three of her uplifting songs and shared the stories behind her songwriting.