Please join the ASSP community to honor ASSP’s first Black woman President, Monique Parker and consider sponsoring the event to help us creating an unforgettable celebration.

Date: June 17th, 2026 5pm to 9pm PST

Location: Brookhurst Community Center, Anaheim, CA

Registration: $30

Event Webpage: Register Here

About the Event

Held in the spirit of Juneteenth’s legacy of freedom, progress, and collective uplift, this special evening—hosted by the National Association of Black Compliance and Risk Management Professionals (NABCRMP)—celebrates the historic leadership of Monique Parker, the first Black woman to serve as President of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP).

Designed with the warmth of a family reunion and the dignity of a presidential celebration, this gathering brings together Black safety and environmental professionals, along with allies from across the country, to honor community, legacy, and leadership in safety, environmental stewardship, compliance, and risk management.

What to Expect:

• Reception & Networking – Connect with safety, environmental, compliance, and risk professionals in an intimate and welcoming space.
• Tributes & Organizational Greetings – Hear reflections and acknowledgments from professional organizations and community leaders celebrating this milestone moment.
• Community Building & Table Conversations – Participate in guided networking and “Get to Know Your Table” moments honoring Monique’s impact and the momentum ahead.
• Dancing & Celebration – Enjoy music, joy, and fellowship as we celebrate together into the evening.
• Light food service will be available throughout the event.
• Cash bar will be open during the reception and celebration.

Why This Event Matters

Monique Parker’s presidency represents a breakthrough not only for ASSP, but for the profession as a whole. This evening is an opportunity to:

• Honor Black excellence and leadership in safety
• Celebrate progress while building community
• Inspire the next generation of safety and risk professionals
• Gather in joy, legacy, and shared purpose

Who Should Attend

This celebration is open to:

• Safety, environmental and occupational health professionals
• Compliance and risk management leaders
• ASSP members and allies
• Emerging professionals and students
• Supporters of equity, leadership, and professional legacy

Join Us in Celebrating HERstory

This is more than a night of recognition — it is a moment in history.

We invite you to be part of an unforgettable celebration of leadership, community, and the future of safety.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Safety Management vs. Safety Hero

Join the AIHA Sacramento Chapter for a practical session on moving from a reactive, “safety hero” approach to a sustainable, systems-based safety model aligned with ANSI/ASSP Z10.

When: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Where:

SMUD Customer Service Center
6301 S Street, Rubicon Room
Sacramento, CA 95817

Presenter:
Luis A. Ortiz, MS, Founder & CEO, Safety First Management

This presentation will highlight key Z10 elements, common gaps in safety programs, and strategies to build consistent, accountable systems. Attendees will gain practical steps to engage leaders, develop meaningful indicators, and strengthen overall safety culture.

Cost: Local AIHA Section Members $10; Non-Members $15; Students free

RSVP by May 6, 2026 to svsaiha@gmail.com

Please feel free to bring your lunch.

We hope to see you there!

Time: Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Meeting Type: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

Event Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25855207075661?p=iYRaAXTPCDooYj0Kit

This virtual coffee chat will have an open-floor style discussion where attendees can seek advice on current work-related events and issues, share best practices from the field, and network with like-minded individuals all supporting women in the workplace. Plus, attendees will be entered into a raffle to receive a gift card for free coffee!