The 15th Annual Equity Summit & Social Justice Awards
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
4–6:30 p.m. | UC Davis Conference Center
Join educators, community members and experts from a range of disciplines for this annual event that addresses the pertinent social issues of our time. The UC Davis Equity Summit coalesces people, ideas and institutions to deepen strategies, shape actions and create solutions:
Reconnect with colleagues over keynote address, special performances and music.
Be inspired by Social Justice Award winners.
Create community with colleagues committed to Equity and Social Justice.
Receive complimentary Equity Summit swag and resources.
15th Annual SAYS Summit
May 8, 2026 9am - 5pm at UC Davis
Each year, the SAYS Summit College Day brings together hundreds of young people, educators, college students, community leaders, and SAYS staff from diverse backgrounds to learn, grow, and celebrate one another. Students experience a preview of college life, engage in critical social justice workshops, gain empowerment tools, and receive mentorship from community leaders like yourself—all while enjoying swag, great food, and an unforgettable experience.
This year, we are welcoming approximately 350 middle and high school students,
Tickets on Sale Now: $100 Students
To sign-up with your school or for questions, please email Patrice Hill at pathill@ucdavis.edu or Denisha “Coco” Bland at djbland@ucdavis.edu
Brave New Voices International Youth Poetry Festival
July 2026 - San Francisco, CA
SAYS 2026 Slam Team
The Brave New Voices International Youth Poetry Festival is back in person for the first time since 2019. This year’s festival centers around bring youth together as a poetic community. Team compete in a youth poetry, workshops, and youth development.