Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities at AUCD 2026 Conference

AUCD invites you to be a part of this transformative event this November! Join us to drive innovation, foster partnerships, and make a tangible difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

This year’s theme, Impact Through Innovation and Partnership, is all about sharing new ideas, learning from one another, and working together to make a REAL difference in our communities. The focus is on innovation and building strong partnerships to improve services, research, and support for people with disabilities, their families, and the community.

The conference will be held November 8-12, 2026, at The Westin DC Downtown in Washington, D.C.

AUCD Awards 2026 nominations are open, with a deadline of September 4, 2026. The poster features the theme 'Impact Through Innovation and Partnership' and includes images of award recipients and attendees.

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Why attend?

Engage with disability leaders – Connect with advocates, members of Congress, senior Administration officials, and key Capitol Hill staff.
Access AUCD’s $700 million national network – Meet directors, researchers, practitioners, and advanced-level Fellows representing programs in every state and territory.
Join the national conversation – Participate in discussions on disability inclusion, support, and well-being while demonstrating your organization’s commitment to the field.
Amplify your impact – Showcase your organization’s work, increase visibility among key stakeholders, and build meaningful collaborations.

AUCD invites you to be part of this dynamic gathering of leaders, innovators, advocates, researchers, and practitioners. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a sponsor or exhibitor below, or download the sponsorship prospectus.

In addition to the sponsorship opportunities outlined on our website, AUCD welcomes the opportunity to develop customized partnerships that align with your organization’s goals and priorities. Customized sponsorships may include support for trainee-focused events, scholarships, conference tracks, speaker honorariums, meeting and networking activities, or other innovative initiatives that enhance the conference experience. We are happy to work with you to explore creative ways to maximize your organization’s impact and engagement at the conference.

For any questions please contact Elizabeth Cleveland or Jackie Czyzia.

Sponsor or Exhibit

Final Call for Proposals - Deadline July 26^th

The AUCD Conference Planning Committee invites Network members, members of the disability community, partners, and friends to share their work, research, and experiences in the disability field by submitting a proposal for a Concurrent Session, Poster, or both!

Submissions will close at midnight on July 26, 2026. All responses will be reviewed by a Conference Review Committee, and applicants will be contacted by September 4th with the results. If you have any questions regarding this call or the AUCD 2026 Conference, please contact the event planning team at events@aucd.org.