How do you celebrate United Spinal Association’s 75-year legacy of advocacy and empowerment, fundraise for current operations and generate enthusiasm for the future, all in one virtual event?

That was one of the many tasks facing United Spinal’s new President and CEO Vincenzo Piscopo, when he joined the organization last November. The solution will be unveiled on Nov. 10, at United Spinal’s star-studded virtual gala and community event, “Building an Inclusive World.”

PBS NewsHour’s Amna Nawaz will serve as emcee and introduce guests that include Lin-Manuel Miranda, who created and starred in the multiple-award-winning Broadway show, “Hamilton,” Ali Stroker, who is the first wheelchair user to win a Tony, former U.S. Representative Steve Bartlett, and U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth and Raphael Warnock. The evening will also feature a performance by Carina Ho.

“This is a great opportunity to let everyone know the impact that we’re making. Also, it will let people with spinal cord injuries and disorders know that we are here for them and are committed to a brighter future,” says Piscopo. “When we look back at what we have accomplished in the last 75 years, there is a lot to be proud about, and this is a good time to pause and celebrate the advancements. However, we cannot lose track of the fact that there is still a lot to do. I want to use this celebration as an opportunity to energize our community for the next 75 years because, from a perspective of inclusion, there is still more progress to be made.”

The virtual gala is on Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. EST. Registration is free.

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