Los Angeles Chapter
Chapter Contact
Xavier Garcia
xgarcia@fightingblindness.org
I’m involved with the Foundation because the organization continues to provide support and hope for all of us in the visually impaired and blind community so we know we’re not alone in the fight against blinding diseases.
Chapter Events
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- Jul 18, 2026
- 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (PDT)
- 100 Stein Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Community EventAdvancing Research and Community in Retinal Disease
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- Sep 19, 2026
- 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (PDT)
- 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
VisionWalkJoin us for the 20th Annual Los Angeles VisionWalk!
Los Angeles Chapter Leadership
| Name | Role |
| Adam Lawrence | Chapter President |
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Sheri Lawrence |
Vice President |
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Adam Unger |
Corporate Engagement Chair |
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Joslyn Sky Marquez |
Community Outreach Chair |
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Delaney Milton |
Member at Large |
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Renee Duryee |
Member at Large |
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Shauna Casey |
Member at Large |
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Ben Slattery |
Member at Large |
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Jeff Rodriguez |
Member at Large |
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Arushi Somani |
Member at Large |
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Mariamawit Moges |
VisionWalk Corporate Engagement Chair |
Past Virtual Speaker Events
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February 2026
"Treatment Approaches for Retina Degenerations in Development" with Dr. SriniVas Sadda
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May 2025
"Navigating Vision Loss: Prioritizing Mental Health & Well-Being" with Dr. Ann Wagner and Sonya Chapnick
Watch Video
Additional Resources
- Find a doctor who sees patients with inherited retinal diseases
- Learn more about our Vision Warrior program and do-it-yourself events
