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SUMMARY:disABILITY Conference: Technology and Disability – The Intersection of Success
DESCRIPTION:This free\, one-day hybrid event from the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission will bring together advocates\, policymakers\, technologists\, and community members for an impactful day of discussion centered on the challenges and opportunities technology presents for individuals with disabilities. Participants can expect thought-provoking sessions covering:\n• Innovations in assistive technology\n• Best practices to prevent discrimination in emerging tech\n• Disability rights under Pennsylvania law\n• Digital accessibility efforts across the Commonwealth\n• Services and programs available throughout Pennsylvania
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-conference-technology-and-disability-the-intersection-of-success/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, One North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinars
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SUMMARY:2025 Opening Doors Together Conference
DESCRIPTION:Accessible housing is a human right. Join thought leaders from across Pennsylvania as they share some of the latest innovations in service delivery; creative alternative support solutions and assistive technologies; and updates on advocacy opportunities and the policy shifts impacting housing access in the disability and aging adult communities.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2025-opening-doors-together-conference/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Hotel and Conference Center\, 800 East Park Drive\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="Inglis Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania":MAILTO:sdhpinfo@inglis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T090000
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SUMMARY:PPMD & PEAL's 2025 Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Full day of invaluable legal insights and practical advocacy strategies designed to support students with disabilities and special healthcare needs.With your ticket purchase\, you get: Access to the full-day Zoom Webinar (link to be shared in September)\nThree Wrightslaw books (Special Education Law\, 3rd Ed.\, From Emotions to Advocacy\, 2nd Ed.\, All About IEPs)\nAccess to the PowerPoint presentation and other materials (after the conference). Attendees will also receive a link (closer to the conference date) to download the pdf versions of the books
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/ppmd-peals-2025-wrightslaw-special-education-law-advocacy-conference/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Peal Center and Parent's Place of Maryland":MAILTO:communications@ppmd.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
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SUMMARY:2025 Council on Quality Leadership: Go the Distance
DESCRIPTION:At this conference we will identify cutting-edge solutions for complex issues facing the disability services sector. Through keynotes that inspire\, breakouts that bring big ideas\, and networking that creates valuable connections\, this is the knockout event of the year. During the 2025 CQL Conference: Go The Distance!\, attendees will learn about specific strategies\, receive resources\, and discover proven practices to transform services and people’s lives.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2025-council-on-quality-leadership-go-the-distance/
LOCATION:Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing\, 201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T071638
CREATED:20251031T231041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T231223Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Nation Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Caregiver Nation Summit will draw on groundbreaking insights from the new Caregiving in the US 2025 report. Summit sessions will bring to life key insights\, themes\, and data trends from Caregiving in the US 2025\, and explore such topics as the surge in prevalence of family caregivers\, the increasing intensity of caregiving\, the financial implications of caregiving\, as well as the challenges working family caregivers face. Bringing together leading experts\, frontline caregivers\, and policymakers\, we will turn research into real solutions for our nation’s more than 63+ million family caregivers.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/caregiver-nation-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="National Alliance for Caregiving":MAILTO:info@caregiving.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260206T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T071638
CREATED:20251127T002143Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania: Youth Mental Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:This event is one of the only conferences in the country specializing in children\, adolescents\, and transition-age youth. The conference is geared toward parents\, caregivers\, mental health professionals\, educators\, and students. Designed for a broad audience\, this dynamic event creates a space where voices are heard\, perspectives are shared\, and solutions are explored together.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/nami-keystone-pennsylvania-youth-mental-health-conference/
LOCATION:The Westin Pittsburgh\, 1000 Penn Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania":MAILTO:info@namikeystonepa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:PA Dept. of Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Who Attends?\n\nGeneral education and special education administrators and teachers\nCareer and technical education administrators and teachers\nPreschool administrators and teachers\nRelated service providers\nSchool psychologists\nParaprofessionals\nHigher education faculty\nProfessional development staff\nFamilies of students receiving special education and related services\n\nThe 2026 PDE Conference will be offered in a hybrid format – in person at Hershey Lodge or virtually through PaTTAN Events. Choose the option that’s right for you\, your school\, or your organization.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/pa-dept-of-education-conference/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Dr\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:BridgingRegistration@pattan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260328T090000
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SUMMARY:Involved and Informed: A Conference for Autism Fathers and Autism Advocates
DESCRIPTION:A Conference for Autism Fathers and Autism Advocates — a first-of-its-kind conference elevating the role of fathers in the autism community while welcoming advocates\, caregivers\, and organizations who support families. Learn from leading researchers and advocates\, connect with families and peers\, and access resources that support inclusion and family well-being. Lunch will be provided. Hosted by CHOP’s Center for Autism Research\, this conference is made possible through a collaborative partnership with Autism Delaware\, Montclair University\, Alternative Choices\, Nemours Swank Center\, and ABA Centers of Delaware. \nNew this year: Pre-Conference Welcome Party! Registrants are invited to join us the evening of Friday\, March 27th from 5:00-8:00 PM for a relaxed space to connect with other attendees\, meet speakers\, and build community. This Welcome Party is sponsored by ABA Centers of Delaware. \n\nScholarships Available
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/involved-and-informed-a-conference-for-autism-fathers-and-autism-advocates/
LOCATION:Eastside Charter School\, 3000 N. Claymont Street\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:2026 Family Voices Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference is for family leaders and family engagement professionals to learn\, network\, and build their skills to support family engagement in systems of care. The conference will be offered as a 3D virtual experience\, to support the attendance of families and partners from all over the country. Attendees include family leaders\, youth with disabilities\, public health professionals\, health care providers\, and patient experience professionals. The conference will be offered in English and Spanish. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request\, and conference materials may be made available in other languages besides English and Spanish. Some scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2026-family-voices-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260512T000000
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SUMMARY:35th Annual Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Aging with Developmental Disabilities Conference has a goal of bringing the aging and developmental disability professionals together to learn about best support models and practices and the most current information on aging with a developmental disability. Through information\, education\, and networking\, participants from across the United States will have a better understanding of both medical care\, medical changes and best practices that will help them support people with developmental disabilities with living their best life as well as end-of-life care.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/35th-annual-aging-with-developmental-disabilities-conference/
LOCATION:St. Charles Convention Center\, 1 Convention Center Plaza\, Saint Charles\, MO\, 63303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T153000
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SUMMARY:Summer All In Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Conference offers engaging sessions for administrators\, educators\, parents\, and self-advocates—all about inclusive education. The wide variety of workshops gives attendees the skills and resources they need to develop and sustain inclusive learning communities—for all students. Workshops are provided by nationally recognized inclusive education experts\, leaders\, and advocates who have extensive experience in the field. \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/summer-all-in-conference/
LOCATION:Kean University\, North Ave Academic Building\, 1000 Morris Ave\, Union\, NJ\, 07083\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="All In for Inclusive Education":MAILTO:info@allinforinclusiveed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260804T000000
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SUMMARY:Bridging Knowledge to Know-How: Empowering Pennsylvania Educators and Partners
DESCRIPTION:Uniting Pennsylvania’s educators\, community partners\, families\, and youth to explore insights and tools that bridge knowledge and practical application. This conference will bring together Pennsylvania’s educators\, community partners\, families\, and youth to explore the latest insights\, strategies\, and tools that bridge the gap between knowledge and practical application. Sessions will have a specific focus on autism\, sensory disabilities\, secondary transition\, and students with complex instructional needs. Participants will gain tangible strategies to enhance teaching practices\, drive student success\, and adapt to the evolving demands of today’s classrooms.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/bridging-knowledge-to-know-how-empowering-pennsylvania-educators-and-partners/
LOCATION:Lancaster County Convention Center\, 25 S Queen St\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:BridgingRegistration@pattan.net
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