Call for Proposals
The Call for Proposals is open from now, until Friday, May 15, 2026. To submit your proposal, access the form according to proposal type: Research format, General format or Research Colloquium.
Conference Registration
Early-bird registration for the 2026 TASH Conference opens Tuesday, May 12 and is available through Monday, September 15. Regular rates are available from September 16 through the Conference. Conference rates are listed below. Be sure to review our registration policies first.
* Awards Luncheon registration is for people not otherwise attending the Conference, but who want to attend the Awards Luncheon (e.g. a special guest of the awardee). Attendance at the Awards Luncheon is included with all other registrations. Signing up for a TASH membership today will save you money on your Conference registration AND provide you with member benefits for a full year! To become a member visit, TASH.org/join.
You can register via the mail, fax or e-mail by using the PDF “paper” registration form.
Questions about large group registrations? Email [email protected] or call (202) 817-3264.
Conference Schedule
You can view the basic Conference schedule now. The complete Conference schedule will be published in August.
Conference Location
This year’s Conference will be held at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. The nearest airport is the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). NOTE: Ground transportation to/from the airport, and to/from other neighboring hotels is the attendee’s responsibility.
Room Block – Loews Philadelphia Hotel
A room block has been secured on property at a special rate of $199 (single/double occupancy) per night plus tax and applicable fees. This rate is available through Monday, November 2, 2026, or until our room block is sold out, whichever comes first. Reserve your room online or call (877) 878-3629 and mention the TASH Conference. You can reserve an ADA room contacting Debbie Huon, Loews Event Manager, at telephone number (215) 231-7234 or via email at [email protected].
Partner & Exhibitor Information
With nearly 700 attendees, the TASH Conference offers outstanding opportunities for partners and exhibitors. Your organization will receive excellent visibility among an audience of professors, researchers, educators, administrators, service providers, students, families, self-advocates and those involved in all levels of public policy. Learn more by reviewing our Sponsorship and Exhibitor Prospectus.
Award Nominations
Each year, TASH honors those whose contributions have advanced equity, opportunity and inclusion for people with disabilities, and whose actions set a high standard for human rights every day. TASH award recipients are acknowledged during the TASH annual Conference. The 2024 awards nominations will be open from Wednesday, July 1 through Friday, July 31, 2026. To learn more about the nine awards, visit the Awards Recognition Program page.
Scholarships
A limited number of Conference scholarships will be available for self-advocates or family members who demonstrate a need for support to attend the 2026 TASH Conference. Priority is given to first-time attendees and current TASH members. A scholarship covers the registration fee only and does not include travel, meals, or hotel expenses. To apply for a scholarship, complete the online scholarship application form. The scholarship applications will open Wednesday, July 1. All applications must be submitted by Friday, July 31, 2026.
Volunteering
A TASH Conference would not happen without the support of our amazing volunteers! This year is no exception! TASH members, who commit to volunteer for ten hours (2 five-hour shifts), receive $150 off their Conference registration. To volunteer, use the volunteer application form to indicate the roles and times you are available. Conference volunteer applications will be open from Wednesday, July 1 through Friday, July 31, 2026.
Accessibility, Support, and Safe Space Policies
As part of TASH’s work to ensure ALL are included at the Conference, we have implemented a number of measures to support your participation at the conference. You can review our Conference policies at the Accessibility, Support and Safe Space Policies page.
