COABE 2026 National Adult Education Conference
Organized by Coalition on Adult Basic Education
The COABE 2026 National Adult Education Conference is the premier event for adult educators, literacy professionals, workforce leaders, and program directors across the U...
- Dates
- Apr 12-15, 2026
- Location
- Indianapolis, IN
- Deadline
- Mar 31, 2026
- Attendees
- 3,000
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About this conference
The COABE 2026 National Adult Education Conference is the premier event for adult educators, literacy professionals, workforce leaders, and program directors across the United States. It offers a platform to explore innovations, foster partnerships, and amplify the impact of adult education programs. The conference features general sessions with inspiring keynote speakers like Kyle Quilausing, Kim Strobel, Lara Pastore (Indiana Department of Workforce Development), and Jimmie McMillian, alongside numerous concurrent sessions covering various strands, networking events, and an exhibit hall. Attendees will gain insights into new strategies, advocacy initiatives, and professional development opportunities in the adult education field. The event also includes award ceremonies recognizing excellence among learners, teachers, and administrators. It is hosted in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the JW Marriott Indianapolis.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship opportunities for COABE 2026 range from Premier Corporate ($75,000+) to Bronze ($3,000-$4,999). Specific event sponsorships include VIP Reception ($20,000), President's Welcome ($40,000), Indy Motor Speedway Offsite Event ($40,000), General Sessions ($25,000 each), Internet Sponsor ($30,000), COABE APP Sponsor ($20,000), Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & Snack Break ($20,000), various snack and coffee breaks (e.g., $10,000 for Tuesday AM Snack Break, $5,000 for Sunday Coffee Break), Preconference Luncheon ($12,000), State Association & State Director Luncheon ($10,000), Conference Bag Sponsor ($8,000), Volunteer Sponsor ($5,000), Presenter Sponsor ($5,000), and Awards Sponsorships ($3,000 each). These packages offer diverse visibility options, booth locations, targeted e-blasts, mic time at sponsored events, and visibility on the COABE app. All sponsorship packages can be customized.
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