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The National ADA Symposium is an annual conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act and disability-related laws. This comprehensive conference provides the latest information on all areas of the ADA, including regulations and guidelines, implementation strategies, and best practices.

The 2025 National ADA Symposium will be offered in two formats: Virtual and In-Person.

Virtual ADA Symposium: May 5-7, 2025. Registration  is Open
In-Person ADA Symposium: June 15-18, 2025, Atlanta, Georgia.
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Conference Overview

The National ADA Symposium is a 4-day event known for a session schedule that covers a wide range of topics, including employment, accessible design, state and local government issues, business and disability, accessible technology, and recreation.

Sessions are presented by nationally recognized experts including representatives from the federal agencies that implement the ADA : the US Access Board, the EEOC, the US Dept. of Justice, and the US Dept. Health and Human Services.

Presentations are designed to meet the diverse needs of attendees, from presentations covering basic content for novices to dynamic, interactive sessions developed specifically for attendees with years of experience and ADA expertise.

Each ADA Symposium also features a keynote speaker, recreation event, pre-conference, and breaks between sessions for networking. Attendees are provided access to session materials during and after the conference. Attendees are also provided full breakfasts and lunches.

More information about the 2025 Conferences will be available soon.


Learn About National ADA Symposiums

ADA Live Podcast: Episode 137: Celebrate 35 Years of Progress at the 2025 National ADA Symposium

Disability Awareness Training Founder and Lead Trainer Dave Whalen recieved the Spirited Athletes Bold at Heart (SABAH) Volunteer of the Year Award at their annual Skating Finale Event at the Buffalo Convention Center April 15th. Dave got involved in SABAH 23 years ago when his son David began skating at age 5. SABAH has been a leader in recreation progrmas for individuals with disabilities, with their signature skating program generally recognized as a premier sport in Western New York.  

The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is seeking mission-aligned strategic partners to join us in advancing the civil rights and independence for people with disabilities.

With a national network of over 400 Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), NCIL connects directly to a consumer base of hundreds of thousands of people with diverse disabilities across the country. Our community is powerful, engaged, and growing.

We are looking to partner with Foundations and businesses that share our vision and are committed to making meaningful change. As a strategic partner, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Access our expansive grassroots network
  • Build relationships with key disability leaders and advocates
  • Amplify your impact through collaborative projects and campaigns
  • Gain visibility through NCIL’s national platforms and events

In turn, your financial sponsorship will help NCIL expand our work and support the Independent Living and Disability Justice Movement nationwide.

Together, we can raise expectations and remove barriers for people with disabilities. If your organization is ready to align with a powerful movement and invest in a better future, we want to hear from you.

Let’s partner for progress.

To learn more or express interest, contact Theo Braddy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For an immediate opportunity to support, view our 2025 conference sponsorship opportunities.

Accessible parking is an issue that affects members of the disability community all over the United States. The Accessible Parking Working Group members are advocating to increase awareness and education to improve this issue, and gathering data in order to show the need for updating the minimum standards for accessible parking spots.

Read the full article here and download the Complete Guide for Accessible Parking 

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