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Disability Policy Seminar (DPS) 2026: Securing Futures Through Health and Financial Security

Organized by American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)

The Disability Policy Seminar (DPS) is the premier opportunity to build support on Capitol Hill and amplify the concerns of people with intellectual and developmental dis...

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Dates: Mar 23-24, 2026
Location: Washington, DC
Deadline: Mar 13, 2026
Attendees: 900
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About this conference

The Disability Policy Seminar (DPS) is the premier opportunity to build support on Capitol Hill and amplify the concerns of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) before Congress. It brings together passionate advocates, including people with disabilities, experts, and disability professionals, to learn about key disability policy issues and educate lawmakers. The Seminar features informative sessions led by experts in the field and offers opportunities for attendees to learn from others and then engage directly with their members of Congress on high-priority issues affecting people with disabilities and those who rely on them. The conference is focused on developing new champions in Congress and pressing for progress on disability rights, designed to help both beginners and experts elevate the impact of their advocacy.

Sponsorship options

Sponsorship is available through National Partnership Packages offered by The Arc, co-sponsor of the Disability Policy Seminar. These packages include tiers such as Movement Leader ($75,000), Trailblazer ($50,000), Change Agent ($25,000), Champion ($20,000), Advocate ($15,000), Supporter ($10,000), Friend ($7,500), and Participant ($5,000). Benefits vary by tier and may include logo placement on websites, complimentary event registrations (2-8), banner ads in newsletters, promotional emails to The Arc's network, attendee lists, exhibit tables (virtual or in-person), participation in a Virtual Partner Showcase, basic app ads, logo on event carousels, opportunities to sponsor or present breakout sessions, speaking opportunities, branded networking events, branded breakfast or lunch, welcome speeches, and branded items in attendee bags. Additionally, A La Carte Add-Ons are available, such as sponsoring event Wi-Fi, NCE awards ceremony, general breakfast, registration kiosk wraps, full-page ads in the National Convention program, additional banner ads, and lanyard sponsorships.