2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living
Organized by ADvancing States
The 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living, themed 'Protect. Persist. Prosper.', focuses on advocating for Independent Living services and programs that prevent ins...
- Dates
- Jul 20-23, 2026
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Deadline
- Jul 10, 2026
- Attendees
- 500
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About this conference
The 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living, themed 'Protect. Persist. Prosper.', focuses on advocating for Independent Living services and programs that prevent institutionalization. The conference aims to advance the Independent Living movement, honoring past victories and core values, while building a future where the disability community thrives. It features keynote speakers, workshops covering topics such as access for immigrant communities, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), funding for disability rights, surveillance technology risks, self-care, civil rights defense, veteran-directed care, student advocacy, direct care workforce issues, systems advocacy in emergency management, and policy projects. Key activities include an advocacy panel, a march and rally to the U.S. Capitol, and a 'Day on the Hill' for meetings with elected officials.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship levels include Champion for Justice ($50,000), Hero ($30,000), Leader ($20,000), Trailblazer ($10,000), Catalyst ($5,000), and Partner (options from $1,000-$2,000). Add-on packages cover Access, Inclusion, and Participation ($2,500), National Movement Report ($5,000), Year-Round Movement Partner ($15,000), Plenary Series Sponsor ($10,000), Daily Conference Highlights Sponsor ($1,000/day), Workshop Session Sponsor ($1,000), and Community Access Pass ($500/person). Other support options include Exhibit Booths ($2,500 for Non-profit/Government, $3,500 for For-profit/Corporate), Advertisements ($1,000), Coffee Hour ($5,000), Electric Charging Tables ($10,000), Wi-Fi Sponsorship ($15,000), and Tax-Deductible Donations. All packages are customizable.
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