2026 AER International Conference: Sharing Our Stories -- Impacting The Future
Organized by Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER)
The AER International Conference has a long and meaningful history as one of the leading global gatherings for professionals in the field of visual impairment and blindne...
- Dates
- Jul 29 - Aug 2, 2026
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 700
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About this conference
The AER International Conference has a long and meaningful history as one of the leading global gatherings for professionals in the field of visual impairment and blindness. Since its inception, the conference has served as a cornerstone event for educators, rehabilitation specialists, orientation and mobility instructors, researchers, and advocates, providing a vital forum for sharing innovations, best practices, and emerging research. Held biennially, the AER International Conference fosters collaboration, professional development, and advocacy, uniting experts and organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Its legacy reflects AER’s enduring commitment to advancing education, accessibility, and independence through professional excellence and a strong, connected community of vision professionals worldwide. This conference is dedicated to Sharing Our Stories -- Impacting The Future, bringing together professionals in Louisville, Kentucky.
Sponsorship options
Various levels of sponsorship are available including Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Transportation, and Orientation and Mobility Signature sponsorships. Specific event sponsorships include President's Reception Meet & Greet, Alliance Reception, Professional Division and Interest Group Meetings, Breakout Session Rooms, Conference Connection Lounges, AER LIFT Lunch, Brain Boost Snack Spots, Food Truck Lunch, Relaxation and Recharge Stations, Guide Dog Spa and Selfie Stations, Art Stations, Story Stations & Headshots, Kentucky Prison Braille Program Tour, Morning Walk/Run Surprise, Guide Dog Comfort Stops, and WiFi. Advertising opportunities include Conference Tote Bag, Lanyards, Escalator Window, Mobile App Branding, Conference Tote Bag Inserts, Conference Program Ads (quarter page and digital), and Conference Games (Exhibitor Passport, General Session Trivia, Scavenger Hunt).
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