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Learn From the Best in the Disability Community

The Arc’s National Convention is an unmatched opportunity to connect and learn with advocates, professionals, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. If you are interested in Medicaid and home & community-based services, AI and tech, mental health, employment, education, policy & advocacy, housing, criminal justice, and more, our sessions are sure to challenge, inspire, and motivate!

Your Week at a Glance

Get a feel for what’s ahead—moments to connect, learn, celebrate, and mobilize. This schedule is a preview and will continue to evolve, so check back for updates. All times are Pacific. 
* Ticketed event.  

November 17

TUESDAY

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

NCE Professional Development Seminar*

November 18

WEDNESDAY

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Breakfast

9:00 am – 10:30 am

Opening General Session

10:45 am – 11:45 am

Breakout Sessions

11:45 am – 2:00 pm

Lunch (on your own) 

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

NCE Awards Luncheon*

2:15 pm – 3:15 pm

Breakout Sessions 

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Advocacy Power Hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Opening Welcome Reception

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Fun Local Event* 

November 19

THURSDAY

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Breakfast 

9:00 am – 10:00 am

General Session

10:15 am – 11:15 am

Breakout Sessions

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Breakout Sessions 

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch (on your own) 

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

3:15 pm – 4:15 pm

The Latest From Washington, DC 

November 20

FRIDAY

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Breakfast 

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Breakout Session

10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Closing General Session

We’re Saving You a Spot – Register Today!

Full registration includes access to all sessions, meeting materials, and advertised meals. One-day registration includes access to sessions on the designated day, along with advertised meals for that day.  

Add to your experience with optional ticketed events—including a fun local event, Professional Development Seminar, and NCE Awards Luncheon—available for an additional fee when you register.

Member Non-Member* Self-Advocate, Direct Support Professional, Personal Care Attendant**

Full Registration

Early Bird (until September 30) $670 $880 $410
Standard (starts October 1) $880 $1,090 $515

One-Day Registration

Early Bird (until September 30) $410 $490 $315
Standard (starts October 1) $510 $590 $415

*Discover the benefits of becoming a member. For more information, contact Info@TheArc.org.

**This rate applies to personal care attendants supporting an attendee at the event.

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