Ongoing social changes and rapid technological advancements are reshaping the disability landscape. Professionals, advocates, and community members are invited to explore practical solutions, timely topics, and emerging innovations at the 27th Annual Evidence for Success Disability Conference. This event, hosted by the Institute for Human Development (IHD) at Northern Arizona University, will take place on June 23–24, 2026, at the Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler, Arizona.
Recognized as one of Arizona’s premier disability-focused gatherings, the conference brings together professionals, educators, service providers, advocates, families, and individuals from across the country. The 2026 event will feature more than 60 educational sessions, over 40 exhibitors, and a dynamic exhibit hall highlighting assistive technology companies, government agencies, and disability organizations.
This year’s program emphasizes practical tools and forward-looking insights across a wide range of topics, including assistive technology, innovative practices across disability disciplines, and American Indian/Alaska Native vocational rehabilitation and employment. Attendees will also engage with emerging areas such as generative AI, cutting-edge technologies, and disability advocacy and policy through interactive breakout sessions, roundtables, and poster presentations.
“Our goal is to provide timely, relevant content while remaining as affordable as possible, so more members of the disability community can participate,” said IHD Events Manager Adi Schaeffer.
Participants can tailor their experience by selecting sessions aligned with their interests while connecting with more than 300 attendees. Optional preconference workshops will be offered June 22, and attendees may earn up to 16 continuing education (CE) credit hours.
Early registration is available through May 15, 2026, with flexible options including full conference access, bundled workshop packages, and single-day attendance. Discounted rates are offered for students, Arizona school personnel, and family members. The community is also invited to attend the free exhibit hall and networking reception on Tuesday, June 23, from 1:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Discounted hotel rooms are available through June 1, 2026.
The Evidence for Success Disability Conference continues to provide a collaborative space for learning, connection, and innovation in the disability field. For registration details and additional information, visit the official conference website.
Panel discussion at a disability conference featuring six speakers seated on stage, including wheelchair users and two service dogs lying at the front of the stage. One speaker holds a microphone while others listen, with presentation screens in the background.
Large conference ballroom filled with attendees seated at tables and exhibitor booths during a disability conference presentation. Two projection screens display the 2025 Evidence for Success Disability Conference logo at the front of the room.
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