CREATE contributes presentations, workshops, and leadership to premier conferences each year. This is a growing list of conferences in accessibility, disability, and technology most pertinent to CREATE researchers.
ASSETS
The International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility is the premier forum for presenting innovative research on the design and use of assistive technologies by people with disabilities. Held annually in October.
CREATE at ASSETS through the years:
ASSETS 2026 | ASSETS 2025 | ASSETS 2024 | ASSETS 2023 | ASSETS 2022 | ASSETS 2021 | ASSETS 2020
CHI
The Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) SIGCHI conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems is the leading international conference on Human-Computer Interaction and is well attended by CREATE researchers. Held annually in April.
We’re currently gathering info about CREATE presentations for CHI 2026 in Barcelona, April 13–17.
CSUN
California State University, Northridge’s Center on Disabilities’ annual conference that draws researchers, educators, practitioners, and exhibitors from across the globe. CSUN fosters an environment where knowledge, innovation, and best practices converge to advance the cause of inclusion. Held annually in March.
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Accessing Higher Ground
The Accessing Higher Ground conference focuses on the implementation and benefits of accessible media, universal design, and assistive technology in academia, business, and public settings. Topics address legal and policy issues, the creation of accessible media and information resources, and campus accommodations and curriculum accessibility. Held annually in November.
ADA State of the Science Research Conference
The ADA National Network provides information, guidance, and training on how to implement the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities. The network consists of 10 regional ADA Centers that focus on their region’s unique needs. Held virtually in February/March.
American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
The AACPDM annual meeting convenes over 1,100 health professionals dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of all individuals with cerebral palsy and other childhood-onset disabilities. Annual meeting in September.
APRIL
The Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL) conferences convenes national grassroots, disability-led organization to advance the equity of people with disabilities in rural communities through advocacy, collaboration, shared experience, leadership development, education, and training. Annual conference in October.
APTA Pediatrics PT Conference
The APTA conference of the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APTA Pediatrics) is where hundreds of pediatric physical therapists and industry partners gather to build community through sharing knowledge, research, resources, and solutions. Annual conference in October/November.
COMPASS
The COMPASS Conference is an international forum for the presentation and publication of original research that supports the growth of sustainable societies worldwide, from disciplines including computer and information sciences, social sciences, environmental sciences, and engineering. Sponsored by the ACM Special Interest Group on Computing and Society (SIGCAS) and the ACM Special Interest Group in Computer Human Interaction (SIGCHI), and inspired by the broad agenda of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Annual conference in November.
Conference on Computer-Supported Cooperative Work and Social Computing
The ACM’s CSCW conference advances research in the design and use of technologies that affect groups, organizations, communities, and networks. Bringing together top researchers and practitioners, CSCW explores the technical, social, material, and theoretical challenges of designing technology to support collaborative work and life activities. Annual conference in October
Grace Hopper Celebration 2026
The Grace Hopper Celebration is the world’s largest gathering of women in tech, bringing together thousands of women from across the globe to learn, network, and celebrate their achievements. GHC was created to honor the legacy of computing pioneer Grace Hopper and to amplify the research, career growth, and impact of women in tech. Annual conference in October
International Society of Biomechanics
The International Congress on Biomechanics includes scientists from a variety of disciplines including anatomy, physiology, engineering (biomedical, mechanical, mechatronics, etc.), orthopedics, rehabilitation medicine, sports science, sports medicine, ergonomics, electrophysiological kinesiology, and others. Biennial international conference, held in July on odd years.
National Rehabilitation Awareness Week
Rehab Week is dedicated to educating the public about the benefits and importance of rehabilitation. Its mission is twofold: to highlight the value of rehab services in improving quality of life, and to celebrate the determination of individuals who work through the rehabilitation process. Annual conference in September.
Sight Tech Global Virtual Conference
The Sight Tech Global Conference is a free, virtual conference that spotlights how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping assistive technology and accessibility worldwide. Annual conference in December.
Tapia Computing
The Tapia Conference brings together undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, researchers, and professionals in computing from all backgrounds and ethnicities to celebrate the diversity that exists in computing, to connect with others, and to create communities that extend beyond the conference. Annual conferences are held in September.
UbiComp (Ubiquitous Computing)
The UbiComp Conference is a premier interdisciplinary venue in which leading international researchers, designers, developers, and practitioners in the field present and discuss novel results in the design, development, and deployment of ubiquitous, pervasive, and wearable computing technologies and the understanding of human experiences and social impacts that these technologies facilitate. Annual conference in October.
UIST
The ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology (UIST) is the premier forum for innovations in human-computer interfaces. UIST brings together people from diverse areas, including graphical & web user interfaces, tangible & ubiquitous computing, virtual & augmented reality, multimedia, new input & output devices, Human-Centered AI, and CSCW. Annual conference in November.