Join us for our second live event of the 2026 Advocacy Series, focused on finding purpose and passion through hobbies and recreation while living with FOP.
Advocacy Series Webinar: Finding Purpose and Passion Through Hobbies & Recreation with FOP
Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 2:00-3:00 EDT / 20:00-21:00 CEST
Join Dr. Sumira Riaz, Founder and Health Psychologist at Unboxed Psychology, for an engaging session on cultivating purpose and passion through hobbies and recreational activities while living with FOP. Together, we’ll explore our fundamental need for social connection and how meaningful activities can foster fulfillment, purpose, and a sense of belonging.
The webinar will also examine how procrastination can prevent us from trying new hobbies or reconnecting with activities we once enjoyed, along with practical strategies to overcome these barriers. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and next steps to help begin—or re-ignite—their journey toward more purposeful, passion-filled living.
The Advocacy Series helps people and families overcome barriers to receiving the support, access, care, and resources they need by learning from other FOP community members and discussing practical tools for better problem-solving across multiple areas of life with FOP.
Advocacy Series Community Panels and Webinars will be hosted on Zoom video conferencing, and AI translation will be available in 60+ languages (see the complete list here).
Meet the Speaker
About Dr. Sumira
Dr. Sumira Riaz is the Founder of Unboxed Psychology and a Health Psychologist dedicated to helping individuals cultivate wellbeing, resilience, and meaningful connection. Through her work, she supports people in exploring practical strategies to improve quality of life, overcome barriers to engagement, and reconnect with activities that foster joy, purpose, and belonging.
About the 2026 Advocacy Series
Hobbies bring joy, community, and purpose to our day-to-day lives. While FOP can limit participation in some activities, it shouldn’t stop you or your loved one from enjoying recreation or participating in meaningful hobbies.
This year, the theme of our 2026 Advocacy Series is Hobbies & Recreation. Throughout the summer, you can look forward to a variety of webinars, community panels, and podcast episodes showcasing members of our FOP community.
They’ll share firsthand knowledge about finding activities that match their interests and physical limitations, along with practical advice for navigating mobility and accessibility challenges.
You’ll also hear how to advocate for and educate others about FOP, and how recreational activities have positively impacted their daily lives.
