21st Annual Thompson Center Autism Conference
Organized by Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment
The 21st Annual Thompson Center Autism Conference, with the theme "Autism Across the Spectrum: Expanding Understanding and Practice," provides education and professional...
- Dates
- Oct 8-9, 2026
- Location
- St. Charles, MO
- Deadline
- Sep 1, 2026
- Attendees
- 500
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About this conference
The 21st Annual Thompson Center Autism Conference, with the theme "Autism Across the Spectrum: Expanding Understanding and Practice," provides education and professional development for individuals who support people with autism. This includes educators, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, medical professionals, behavior analysts, employment specialists, vocational rehabilitation counselors, service coordinators, and advocates. The conference is dedicated to discovery and learning, offering comprehensive, up-to-date, research-informed approaches to assessment, intervention, and supports across the lifespan. Attendees will have opportunities to engage with vendor and agency booths, explore a student and trainee research poster session, and learn from nationally recognized researchers, self-advocates, and practitioners in the field of autism.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations looking to increase their visibility and make a meaningful impact. Support from sponsors helps bring together professionals, families, and self-advocates to share knowledge, elevate best practices, and strengthen the community. As a sponsor, organizations will have the ability to showcase their products, services, and expertise to a highly engaged audience of over 500 attendees. Sponsorship opportunities are limited and require completing an online Sponsor Application Form.
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