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Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA) in collaboration with various statewide partners in government, education, independent living, and vocational rehabilitation is proud to host the Midnight Sun Assistive Technology Conference to be held in Anchorage from August 5 - 7, 2009. The Midnight Sun Assistive Technology Conference will provide the opportunity to see first hand the latest in assistive technologies (AT), practices, and services for people with disabilities. The conference will serve as a unique opportunity for vendors, professionals, private individuals, and service providers to exchange and gather information on the world of AT. Whether you are an AT supplier, service provider, or are just interested in seeing the latest in AT, you’ll want to join us in the land of the Midnight Sun for this one of a kind opportunity, all while visiting the beauty of Alaska.
Preconference: August 3 & 4, 2009 Conference: August 5 - 7, 2009
Doors open - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dena'Ina Convention Center | Anchorage, Alaska Cost: Attendees
Full Conference Rate (3-days) $250 or $100 daily The Midnight Sun Assistive Technology Conference committee is excited to bring you another powerful and innovative conference.
* Choose from over 70 educational sessions spanning the breadth and depth of assistive technology
* Connect with professionals, users, parents and manufacturers to realize the power of assistive technology
* Experience assistive technology at work
REGISTRATION IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ADDED TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER THAT WILL BE SENT OUT MONTHLY WITH UPDATES AND IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS REGARDING THE CONFERENCE, PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. |
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Date: Thursday, August 6, 2009 Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Location: Snow Goose Theater Street: 717 W 3rd Ave City: Anchorage, AK Bring a friend, no charge, donations accepted Sponsors and supporters include:
Access Alaska, Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, Dr. Dirk Craft, Anchorage People First, UAA Disability Support Services, Disability Law Center, The ADA Partners Project, The Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education, Assistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA), Alaska Center for the Blind, State of Alaska ADA Coordinator's Office and more.... About the ADA
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the most comprehensive civil rights legislation adopted to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities. The ADA was signed into law by President George Bush on July 26, 1990, extending civil rights protections to individuals with physical or mental disabilities. Jonathan Mooney is a dyslexic writer and activist who did not learn to read until he was 12 years old. He is a graduate of Brown University’s class of 2000 and holds an honors degree in English Literature. Jonathan is founder and President of Project Eye-To-Eye, a mentoring and advocacy non-profit organization for students with learning differences. Project Eye-To-Eye currently has 20 chapters, in 13 states working with over 3,000 students, parents and educators nation wide. Link for more information |
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