A Convention for Everyone
At The Arc, accessibility is central to creating an inclusive and welcoming National Convention. We want every attendee to feel comfortable, supported, and able to participate fully.
We’re partnering with Relay Resources, a leading disability inclusion organization in the Pacific Northwest, to help make that possible. Together, we’re providing accessibility features, accommodations, and on-site support to meet the diverse needs of attendees.
Accessibility Features and Support
We’ve planned a range of accessibility features to help you navigate, participate in, and enjoy the Convention.
- ASL interpretation: All general sessions
- Live captioning (remote CART): All general and breakout sessions
- Spanish translation: Designated general and breakout sessions
- Reserved wheelchair-accessible seating
- Quiet room for attendees who need a quieter space
- Adult changing table for attendees who need a table for adult changing
- Sensory bags with tools to support sensory needs
- Sunflower lanyards for attendees who wish to discreetly identify that they have a nonapparent disability
- On-site Accessibility Station and support staff to answer questions and assist attendees
Find Accessibility Support On-Site
Need assistance during National Convention? Visit the Accessibility Station next to the Help Desk by Registration, where support staff will be available to answer questions, provide information, and help you access available accommodations.
Need an Accommodation? We're Here to Help.
We recognize that accessibility needs vary, and the features listed above may not cover everyone’s needs.
If you need an additional accommodation or have questions about accessibility, please email Accessibility@RelayResources.org with the subject line The Arc’s National Convention Accessibility Request.
A member of the team will follow up with you to discuss your needs.
