The M-Enabling Summit is one of the leading events covering the fast-moving technology innovations that enable seniors and persons with disabilities to access digital content and services in new ways. This three day conference and exhibition always hosts discussion of cutting edge topics by respected industry leaders.
Tactile Reading 2021
This is the 2nd Tactile Reading conference, which this year will be held online, focusing on braille and graphics, including digital aids for braille reading and the use of 3D-printed material. The themes will include early intervention and education for children, youth, and adults within the field of tactile reading. A pre-conference event will be
World Blindness Summit
This event has now been postponed, details of the rescheduled event will be shared when available. The Joint General Assemblies of the World Blind Union (WBU) and the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment (ICEVI) will be held in Madrid, Spain in the World Blindness Summit, a global meeting organized in Spain
ICCHP 2020
The 17th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs (ICCHP) continues the biennial series of scientific conferences in the field of Assistive Technology and Accessibility. Preconference workshops September 7th and 8th, ICCHP Conference runs September 9th to 11th 2020. This event will now be held online.
NIPI Conference on Inclusive Publishing 2020
This conference has now been postponed. Further details on the rescheduled event will be promoted as soon as they are available. This conference, coordinated by several DAISY Members, is designed to connect key participants from the Nordic world of reading and inclusion with the goal of initiating the joint work on inclusive publishing.
London Book Fair 2020
UPDATE March 4th - The London Book Fair has been cancelled for 2020 but will return in 2021. This popular mainstream publishing event consistently has at least one session related to accessibility and inclusive publishing practices, and is typically attended by DAISY staff.
Accessing Higher Ground 2020
Accessible Media, Web and Technology Conference The conference has a particular focus on US Higher Education and often includes sessions on accessible format creation and using digital publications.
Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference—ATIA 2020
ATIA is the premier organization for manufacturers, sellers and providers of assistive technology (AT)—products, equipment and systems that enhance learning, working and daily living for persons with disabilities. The organization’s annual conference promises to be a stellar line up of speakers and workshops with over 350 session planned!
Inclusive Design 24
Inclusive Design 24 is a free online 24-hour global event streamed through YouTube. As in previous years there is a strong web accessibility focus, with sessions highlighting innovative work taking place around the world. For people unable to watch the live stream, all the sessions remain available on YouTube to view on demand.
2019 Africa Forum on Visual Impairment
This 5 day event will focus on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal #4: achieving equality in education through innovation, access and lifelong learning. Contributing to a full week of sessions, Richard Orme DAISY CEO is presenting a sessions on: Introducing Visionary Learning through Technology The Future of Technology Beyond the 7th Africa Forum Getting