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AUCD 2026 Awards Nominations are Open

November 8-11 | Washington, D.C. Nominate an Exceptional Leader! The AUCD 2026 Awards recognize individuals, programs, and organizations whose leadership and contributions have advanced the disability community. Award recipients exemplify excellence in leadership, advocacy, research, policy, and practice, helping to create more diverse, inclusive, and accessible communities for people with disabilities and their families. Awards are presented across ten categories and honor members of the AUCD Network, collaborating partners, and local, state, and federal leaders making a meaningful impact. Submit your nomination by August 28, 2026. Learn more about AUCD Awards AUCD is accepting nomination for the following awards: Awards are given in 10 categories and honor members of the AUCD Network, collaborating partners, and local, state and federal partners. Lifetime Achievement Award George S. Jesien Distinguished Achievement Award  Special Recognition Award Young Professional Award Anne Rudigier Award Gordon Richins Award for Leadership and Advocacy Gold Star Award AUCD International Service Award Council on Research and Evaluation Trainee Research Award Dalice Miller Hertzberg Nursing Impact Award Nominate an Exceptional Leader Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities The AUCD 2026 Conference, themed Impact Through Innovation and Partnership, brings together a national community dedicated to advancing opportunities and outcomes for people with disabilities and their families. Conference sponsors help AUCD create opportunities to learn, collaborate, and build partnerships that strengthen the field. In addition to the sponsorship opportunities outlined on our website, AUCD welcomes customized partnerships aligned with your organization’s goals. Opportunities may include support for trainee events, scholarships, conference tracks, speaker honorariums, networking activities, and other initiatives that enhance the conference experience. We welcome the opportunity to work with you to create a partnership that maximizes your organization’s impact and engagement. For any questions please contact Elizabeth Cleveland or Jackie Czyzia. Sponsor or Exhibitor Opportunities AUCD is excited to see and learn from you November 8-11 in Washington, D.C. Sign up to receive the latest AUCD Conference  Use #AUCD2026 to share about the Conference on social media!