2024 Equity Conference
Professional Development Guest Speaker

Denisha "Coco" Bland
Denisha "Coco" Bland, a Poet, Host, Educator, and Social Influencer, serves as Associate Director of SAYS. A UC Davis graduate, she empowers youth through spoken word and writing. Coco's performances include opening for Hilary Clinton, coaching the SAYS Youth Slam Team, and facilitating workshops promoting healing and social change. Author of "The Makings of a ProjectQueen."