PREP Power Hour: Practical Training with Templates and Similar Structures

When: January 15, 2026

This online webinar, hosted by Continual Engine, is designed for higher education accessibility leaders navigating large volumes of digital content and evolving compliance requirements such as ADA Title II, WCAG & PDF/UA, and the EAA. The session offers hands-on training on using PREP’s AI-powered PDF remediation platform, covering template-based remediation, LMS integration, and scalable workflows through the Remediation Service Platform (RSP) to improve efficiency and support compliance outcomes.

Know more: https://www.continualengine.com/prep-power-hour-practical-training-with-templates-and-similar-structures/

Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) Conferences

When: January 29-31, 2026

ATIA 2026 will be held in Orlando, Florida, and virtually, bringing together the global assistive technology community for learning, collaboration, and innovation. The conference focuses on emerging solutions, practical applications in education and daily living, and community-driven discussions that empower practitioners, educators, caregivers, and people with disabilities to shape a more inclusive future.

Know more: https://www.atia.org/conference/

OETC’26

When: February 10-12, 2026

The conference is held at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, and is one of the nation’s premier PK-20 educational technology events. OETC serves educators, IT leaders, and instructional specialists by offering more than 300 sessions, including keynotes, hands-on workshops, and panel discussions focused on the intersection of teaching, learning, and technology to enhance student success.

Know more: https://www.myoetc.org/

Navigating ADA Title II Compliance: Meeting WCAG and PDF/UA Accessibility Requirements

When: February 18, 2026

This online training webinar offers a deep dive into accessibility standards such as WCAG, PDF/UA, and ADA Title II, with a strong focus on real-world compliance challenges across industries. The session explores why accessibility standards matter today, common PDF-related pitfalls, industry-specific concerns, and best practices for achieving and maintaining long-term compliance through practical examples and lessons learned.

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Zero Project Conference 2026 (#ZeroCon26)

When: February 18-20, 2026

The Zero Project Conference 2026 is a global, in-person event held at the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), Austria, bringing together over 1,000 participants from nearly 100 countries. The conference focuses on advancing disability inclusion through innovation, with agenda sessions covering accessibility, information and communication technology (ICT), crisis response, and emerging global inclusion trends.

Know more: https://zeroproject.org/conferences/zero-project-conference-2026

Axe-con 2026

When: February 24-25, 2026

Axe-con 2026 is a fully virtual accessibility conference that brings together practitioners across design, development, legal, testing, management, and organizational leadership. Organized by Deque, the event focuses on the rapidly evolving digital accessibility landscape, with sessions covering accessibility in development and design, large-scale enterprise case studies, organizational accessibility success, and emerging best practices.

Know more: https://www.deque.com/axe-con/

PREP Training Webinar

When: February 26, 2026

This online webinar focuses on how everyday academic PDFs can be made accessible at scale using PREP with seamless LMS integration.

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TechAccess Oklahoma 2026

When: March 2-3, 2026

TechAccess Oklahoma 2026 is Oklahoma’s premier digital accessibility conference, bringing together accessibility professionals, technologists, educators, and advocates. Held at the Metro Tech District Center in Oklahoma City, the conference focuses on practical, real-world accessibility strategies, expert-led sessions, and community-driven learning.

Know more: https://techaccessok.org/

Accessible and Inclusive Digital Library (AIDL) 2026

When: March 6-7, 2026

The symposium will be held at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) in Hyderabad, India, and focuses on making libraries and digital information systems inclusive for all communities, particularly persons with disabilities. AIDL 2026 brings together academic librarians, accessibility experts, and technology professionals for panel discussions, keynote talks, product showcases, and networking, all centered on accessible digital library practices, emerging assistive tools, and inclusive design solutions.

Know more: https://library.iith.ac.in/events/aidl2026/

CSUN Assistive Technology Conference

When: March 9-13, 2026

The 41st Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference is the world’s largest gathering focused on assistive technology and accessibility. Hosted by the Center on Disabilities, this flagship event brings together researchers, practitioners, developers, educators, and end users to explore cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions that remove barriers in education, employment, and everyday life.

Know more: https://www.csun.edu/cod/conference

London Book Fair - Trade Exhibition

When: March 10-12, 2026

The London Book Fair (LBF) is a leading global trade exhibition for the publishing industry, bringing together publishers, authors, rights professionals, educators, and content creators from around the world. Held at Olympia London, the event focuses on shaping the future of creative content through conferences, seminars, and networking opportunities.

Know more: https://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/

PREP Training Webinar

When: March 26, 2026

This live webinar focuses on addressing some of the most challenging aspects of PDF accessibility, including fixing content structure issues and remediating complex layouts.

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Abilities International Accessibility Conference

When: March 26-27, 2026

The inaugural Abilities International Accessibility Conference will take place at the Long Beach Convention Center in Los Angeles and is co-located with the renowned Abilities Expo. Designed for healthcare, complex rehab technology (CRT), and assistive technology professionals, the conference focuses on education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and thought leadership, while offering CEU opportunities and complimentary access to the three-day Abilities Expo.

Know more: https://www.abilities.com/2025/10/27/aiac-reg-open

PREP Webinar on Cost-Effective Document Remediation

When: April 9, 2026

This webinar focuses on practical strategies for reducing the cost and complexity of document accessibility compliance. The session explores how organizations can streamline remediation workflows, leverage automation, and adopt scalable approaches to meet accessibility requirements without increasing operational burden.

Web for All 2026 (W4A’26)

When: April 13-14, 2026

The 23rd International Web for All Conference (W4A’26) will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, co-located with TheWebConf’26. As a leading research-focused accessibility conference, W4A’26 will explore all aspects of web accessibility, with a special focus on Generative AI and language models for accessibility, examining both their potential benefits and ethical risks for inclusive digital experiences.

Know more: https://www.w4a.info/2026/

PREP Training Webinar

When: April 30, 2026

This online training webinar focuses on addressing one of the most challenging areas of digital accessibility: complex visuals. The session covers practical techniques for making diagrams, graphs, charts, and image-heavy documents accessible.

Abilities International Accessibility Conference (New York Metro)

When: April 30-May 1, 2026 (New York Metro)

The Abilities International Accessibility Conference is a new series of regional, in-person industry conferences designed for complex rehab technology (CRT) and accessibility professionals. Launching in Los Angeles, New York Metro, and Chicago, the event focuses on education, collaboration, and business optimization, offering opportunities to earn CEUs, share expertise, and connect across the accessibility ecosystem.

Know more: https://www.abilitiesconference.com/

John Slatin AccessU 2026

When: May 11-14, 2026

The 24th Annual John Slatin AccessU is a leading hybrid accessibility education event bringing together tech professionals, designers, content creators, policymakers, and advocates for deep, practical learning in inclusive digital design. Held over four days, the conference includes pre-conference deep-dive workshops, instructional sessions across multiple tracks, keynotes, and peer discussions.

Know more: https://knowbility.org/programs/john-slatin-accessu-2026

Smart Accessibility 2026

When: May 24-28, 2026

SMART ACCESSIBILITY 2026 is the Eleventh International Conference on Universal Accessibility in the Internet of Things and Smart Environments, taking place at Novotel Venezia Mestre Castellana in Venice, Italy, with options for virtual participation as well. The interdisciplinary event covers a broad spectrum of accessibility topics, including inclusive design fundamentals, accessibility across the system lifecycle, digital inclusion, interaction technologies, and more.

Know more: https://www.iaria.org/conferences2026/SMARTACCESSIBILITY26.html

PREP’s Accessibility Checker Training Webinar

When: May 28, 2026

This online training is designed for accessibility teams and document specialists looking to validate compliance with confidence. The session focuses on using PREP’s accessibility checker to identify WCAG 2.2 and PDF/UA issues, interpret results accurately, and understand how automated checks fit into a broader accessibility workflow.

VHEAP Bridging Access Conference

When: May 28-29, 2026

The Bridging Access Conference is a two-day, in-person event hosted by AHEAD in Virginia in partnership with the Virginia Higher Education Accessibility Partners (VHEAP). Held at Piedmont Valley Community College in Charlottesville, Virginia, the conference brings together professionals from disability services, accessibility, and educational technology to advance inclusive practices in higher education.

Know more: https://vheap.org/events-2/2026-unconference/

Inclusive Africa Conference 2026

When: June 2-4, 2026

The Inclusive Africa Conference 2026 will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, as a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual participation. This accessibility conference focuses on accelerating digital accessibility and AI solutions for Africa’s future, bringing together policymakers, technologists, innovators, researchers, and advocates to explore accessible technology, assistive tech innovations, inclusive AI, and digital inclusion across the African continent.

Know more: https://inclusiveafrica.org/

Abilities International Accessibility Conference (Chicago)

When: June 11-12, 2026

The Abilities International Accessibility Conference is a new regional conference series designed for complex rehab technology (CRT) professionals across the accessibility ecosystem.

Know more: https://www.abilitiesconference.com/

The National Federation of the Blind National Convention

When: July 3-8, 2026

Held at the JW Marriott Austin in Austin, Texas, the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) National Convention is the largest gathering of people with vision impairments in the world. This flagship event brings together the blind community, families, educators, employers, technologists, and advocates for a week of training, support, policy discussion, and community building.

Know more: https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention

D2L Fusion

When: July 8-10, 2026

D2L Fusion 2026 is an in-person learning and EdTech conference held in Phoenix, Arizona, bringing together educators, instructional designers, learning leaders, and industry experts from around the world. The event focuses on the latest trends and innovations in digital learning, accessibility, learner engagement, and learning experience design, with sessions designed to deliver practical takeaways and professional development value.

Know more: https://www.d2l.com/fusion/

ICCHP 2026 - International Conference on Digital Inclusion & Assistive Technology

When: July 15-17, 2026

Hosted at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic, ICCHP 2026 brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore advances in digital inclusion, assistive technology, and accessible ICT.

Know more: https://icchp.org/

2026 National ADA Symposium

When:

Virtual: May 4-6, 2026 | In-Person: July 19-22, 2026

The 2026 National ADA Symposium is a comprehensive conference focused on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), offered in both virtual and in-person formats. Hosted virtually in May and on-site in Phoenix, Arizona, in July, this long-standing event brings together federal officials, policy leaders, legal experts, and accessibility practitioners to share practical guidance, regulatory updates, and best practices related to ADA compliance and disability inclusion.

Know more: https://gpadacenter.org/national-ada-symposium/

AHEAD Conference

When: July 20-24, 2026

Held at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, Rhode Island, the AHEAD Conference 2026 is the 49th annual gathering of higher education professionals focused on disability access and inclusion.

Know more: https://www.ahead.org/events-programming/conferences/2026-proposals

Disability:IN Conference

When: July 27-30, 2026

The Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo will be held in Dallas, Texas, bringing together business leaders, accessibility professionals, and inclusion advocates from around the world. This flagship corporate disability inclusion event focuses on advancing accessibility, inclusive employment practices, and disability confidence.

Know more: https://disabilityin.org/conference

Educause Annual Conference

When: September 29-October 2, 2026 (Denver, CO) | October 14-15, 2026 (Online)

The EDUCAUSE Annual Conference brings together higher education leaders, IT professionals, and EdTech providers to explore emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in higher education technology.

Know more: https://events.educause.edu/annual-conference/2026

M‑Enabling Summit 2026

When: October 5-7, 2026

The M-Enabling Summit 2026 will take place at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Virginia, USA, bringing together leaders in government, industry, civil society, and the disability community to explore the future of digital accessibility and inclusive technology.

Know more: https://www.m-enabling.com/event/a75cd7b0-6c94-4ad6-9f5c-05110c32b04d/m-enabling-summit

Frankfurt Book Fair

When: October 7-11, 2026

The Frankfurt Book Fair 2026, also known as Frankfurter Buchmesse, is the world’s largest annual publishing trade fair, taking place at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. This five-day international event brings together publishers, authors, media professionals, and industry leaders to network, explore trends in print and digital content, and participate in seminars, panel discussions, and cultural showcases that shape the future of publishing.

Know more: https://www.buchmesse.de/en/exhibit/information-exhibitors/book-fair-year

AccessAbilities Expo

When: October 19-21, 2026

The AccessAbilities Expo 2026 will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE, and is the largest event for people with disabilities across the MENASA region. The expo brings together global innovators, organizations, and industry leaders to showcase cutting-edge technologies, products, and services that advance accessibility, inclusion, and independent living for people of determination.

Know more: https://accessabilitiesexpo.com/

Web Summit, Lisbon

When: Nov 9-12, 2026

Web Summit 2026 will take place in Lisbon, Portugal, bringing together founders, developers, investors, executives, and policymakers from across the global tech ecosystem. Known as one of the world’s largest technology conferences, Web Summit focuses on the future of innovation through expert-led masterclasses, keynote sessions, and multi-track discussions covering AI, cybersecurity, fintech, cloud computing, digital policy, and emerging technologies.

Know more: https://websummit.com/careers/

Accessing Higher Ground

When: Nov 16-20, 2026

Accessing Higher Ground is an annual accessibility conference that focuses on the practical implementation and benefits of accessible media, Universal Design, and assistive technology across higher education, business, and public-sector settings. The conference covers legal and policy considerations such as ADA and Section 508 compliance, along with hands-on guidance for creating accessible web content, digital media, and library resources.

Know more: https://accessinghigherground.org/

National Association of ADA Coordinators (NAADAC) Conference

When: Early November 2026

The NAADAC Conference brings together ADA coordinators and accessibility professionals for in-depth education on the Americans with Disabilities Act and related civil rights laws. With a strong focus on practical guidance, the conference features nationally recognized experts from government, higher education, law, human resources, and architecture who share proven strategies, enforcement updates, and real-world solutions.

Know more: https://adacoordinators.org/