Little People of America (LPA) is a nonprofit organization that provides support and information to people of short stature and to their families. The organization was created in 1957 by Billy Barty and friends.

The national organization is divided into regional districts and local chapters. District 12 covers the local LPA chapters in the region of California and Nevada. Each local chapter is a group of families, friends, acquaintances, and professionals who are connected by experience with short stature.

On this site you will find information about our district, national organization, local chapters, contacts for more information about dwarfism, available resources, and how you can participate with us. You are welcome to contact us for more information, for support, or to join with everyone at the regional activities we hold during Spring and Autumn every year.

LPA is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with dwarfism throughout their lives while celebrating with great pride Little People’s contribution to social diversity. LPA strives to bring solutions and global awareness to the prominent issues affecting individuals of short stature and their families.

Join Little People of America for sun & fun at the surf in Ventura Beach, California! We are getting together in person September 17-19, 2021. After being cooped up for a year plus, we are expecting a great turnout and lots of fun. We'll have a full schedule of receptions, dances, and meet-ups. There will be something for everyone in a beautiful hotel steps away from the beach with all kinds of restaurants, shops, and more.

For further information, check out the links on this website. Remember, you need to be registered for the conference before you can take advantage of the special LPA hotel room rates which are available until August 17th.

Conference Schedule and General Information
Online Registration

Note that when you register online, you may choose to pay by credit card or by personal check made out to LPA District 12 Spring Regional and mailed to the District 12 office. Once your check clears, you may qualify for the special LPA hotel room rates. (Remember, special room rates are available until August 17th).

District 12 Spring Regional
Little People of America
617 Broadway #518
Sonoma, CA 95476

If you would like to volunteer or if you have questions, please contact Lee Uniake by phone at (415) 235-2640 or by email.