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 […]
Schedule of Events Session 1 “Exploring Sound and Rhythm” – Saturday, April 11, 2026 (11am-1pm) The session will feature an instrument petting zoo and lead participants in a community drum circle. Engage in call and response drumming and improvisation. Current students will […]
This event is hosted by Autism Connection of Pennsylvania. Finding the right support staff can make all the difference when caring for a loved one with high support needs. This session will explore how to build a dependable team, including […]
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 […]
Session 2 “Full Spectrum Artist Showcase” - Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. The final day of the series will conclude in two segments with our partners at Band Together Pittsburgh (BTP): An open-mic event where anyone in […]
The event hosted by ASERT and Drexell University will feature a day of conversation and collaboration to better support autistic individuals across the justice system. Here the perspectives and experiences of autistic self advocates and learn practical tools and strategies […]
The 13th annual Disability & Mental Health Summit is a free, one-of-a-kind event in Western PA that brings hundreds of people and participating organizations together to share information on a wide range of topics in the disability and mental health […]
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, […]
The Arc of Pennsylvania is hosting the 3rd Annual Disability Health Action Summit from May 19-20, 2026, in Harrisburg, PA. This is an in-person only event, taking place at the Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center, with no option to […]