M-Enabling Summit

Join Us At The M-Enabling Summit, Where Accessibility, Innovation, and Leadership Intersect To Shape Global Accessibility.    The M-Enabling Summit is the premier global conference dedicated to advancing digital accessibility and inclusive technology. For over a decade, it has served as a hub where persons with disabilities, accessibility professionals, industry innovators, and policymakers come together to drive collaboration, spark innovation, and shape a more inclusive future.    A few highlights at the 2025 M-Enabling Summit include:  1. Powerful keynotes from global leaders advancing accessibility and inclusion  2. The debut of For the Rest of Us, a new podcast tackling critical accessibility topics  3. Dynamic side events and community chats connecting professionals globally  4. A Consumer Insight Forum spotlighting real-world impact    This Summit will be a catalyst for change; it’s where new ideas become partnerships, where innovation meets inclusion, and where the future of accessibility takes shape.    October 6–8, 2025  Arlington, Virginia | Crystal Gateway Marriott    Be there to be part of what comes next! Register for in-person or virtual passes now: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d    #Accessibility #Inclusion #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #mEnabling25

The future of connection is being redefined at the intersection of accessibility, AI, and wearable technology. We’re honored to welcome Maxine Williams, Vice President of Accessibility and Engagement at Meta, as a keynote speaker at the 2025 M-Enabling Summit. In her keynote, "Designing the Future of Connection: Accessibility, AI, and the Next Generation of Wearables," Maxine will explore how innovations like AI-powered glasses and gesture-based interfaces are shaping inclusive user experiences. She will share real-world examples of how collaboration with the disability community is driving breakthroughs that reduce barriers, support independence, and expand opportunities for all. Maxine’s distinguished career spans leadership in accessibility, diversity, law, journalism, and human rights. At Meta, she collaborates across product, engineering, design, and policy teams to embed accessibility at scale, ensuring technology serves everyone, including persons with disabilities. Her insights will inspire attendees to consider how co-creation, universal design, and open ecosystems are transforming the meaning of connection in the digital age. Join us October 6–8 at #mEnabling25 - virtually or in person - to learn from Maxine’s keynote and connect with global leaders advancing accessibility. Register today: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d #Accessibility #AI #InclusiveInnovation #WearableTech #GlobalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign

2025 M-Enabling Summit Parallel Session Spotlight Incorporating Privacy into Design of Assistive Technologies for Persons with Disabilities Assistive technologies provide support for individuals, but they also risk revealing sensitive information. To function effectively, these technologies often require access to data related to disability, health, and location. However, improper handling of this information can compromise privacy and trust. This session will examine how principles of privacy by design should guide the innovation of assistive technologies. The speakers will include: 1. Ariana Aboulafia (of Center for Democracy & Technology) 2. Henry Claypool (of American Association of People with Disabilities) 3. Achi Mishra (of Northwestern University) 4. Maitreya Shah (of American Association of People with Disabilities) Join us to discuss practical strategies for aligning accessibility innovation with responsible data practices. Register for #mEnabling25 now: https://shorturl.at/ntrXB #Privacy #AssistiveTech #InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility

Welcome AARP As A Virtual Sponsor of the 2025 M-Enabling Summit AARP is dedicated to enhancing accessibility and promoting disability inclusion through a comprehensive array of programs and policy initiatives aimed at expanding digital access, strengthening age-friendly communities, and supporting local projects that eliminate barriers to participation. Their efforts closely align with the Summit's mission to create more inclusive technology and environments for all persons. What AARP is doing for persons with disabilities: 1. AARP’s Age-Friendly Network supports local leaders in creating communities that enhance mobility, access to services, and civic participation, reaching a milestone of 1,000 participating communities. 2. The AARP Community Challenge funds quick-action projects to improve public spaces, transportation, and digital access, including grants for digital navigation and connectivity training for older adults and people with disabilities. 3. AARP provides research and resources to boost digital literacy and internet access for older adults, helping to close the digital divide and enhance online usability. 4. AARP prioritizes accessible digital experiences, maintaining an organizational accessibility statement and ensuring its digital resources are usable for the 50+ community and beyond. AARP's investments in community design, digital literacy, and practical local projects exemplify how policy, funding, and on-the-ground initiatives can work together to expand access at scale. As a Virtual Sponsor, AARP provides insights that connect policy, community solutions, and lived experiences, enriching the Summit's virtual program for attendees who cannot join in person. Register for a #mEnabling25 Virtual Pass and experience the Summit from anywhere: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #AARP

2025 M-Enabling Summit Parallel Session Spotlight Promising Practices for UX Testing with the Disability Community What does it take to create experiences that are not only compliant but also empowering? In this session, the World Institute on Disability will share inclusive UX testing practices developed through collaboration with people with disabilities. These methods prioritize usability, integrate assistive technologies, and emphasize cultural competence. Speakers Dawn Skaggs and Allysa Faye Rapadas will demonstrate how organizations can go beyond mere compliance to design digital and physical experiences that respect lived experiences and provide true accessibility. Register for #mEnabling25: https://shorturl.at/ntrXB #UXDesign #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #InclusiveInnovation

Attend M-Enabling Summit 2025 & Earn IAAP Continuing Education Credits! Accessibility professionals: Participating in the M-Enabling Summit 2025 can enhance your knowledge and advance your career. Attendees who hold IAAP certification can earn Continuing Accessibility Education Credits (CAECs). CAECs will be automatically applied by October 31st, allowing you to concentrate on learning, networking, and engaging with global leaders in accessibility and accessible technology. Maximize your IAAP certification, elevate your expertise, and continue shaping the future of accessibility at the M-Enabling Summit 2025. Register now for in-person or virtual access to #mEnabling25: https://shorturl.at/ntrXB If you have additional questions about the credits, please visit the Continuing Accessibility Education Credits FAQ: https://shorturl.at/FHGfl #AccessibilityLeadership #DigitalInclusion #GlobalAccessibility #IAAP #ProfessionalDevelopment

2025 M-Enabling Summit Parallel Session Spotlight Task Analysis: A Methodology to Improve Usability Accessibility is not a one-size-fits-all solution; it requires a deep understanding of how individuals interact with their environments. In this session, we will introduce task analysis, an iterative methodology that bridges human-centered design and occupational therapy. By breaking down complex tasks into physical, cognitive, sensory, and social dimensions, task analysis uncovers barriers and opportunities that traditional design approaches may overlook. Join Staci Chan from Open Style Lab and Francisco Lasta, OTR/L, Assoc. AIA from GFT as they explore how this approach enhances usability and ensures that spaces, products, and services cater to diverse user needs. Register today: https://shorturl.at/ntrXB #InclusiveDesign #AccessibilityInnovation #HumanCenteredDesign #GlobalAccessibility

Say Hello To The 2025 M-Enabling Summit Master of Ceremonies We’re honored to welcome Dustin Giannelli🦻🏼, CEO & Founder of HearsDustin, as the first-ever Master of Ceremonies (MC) at the M-Enabling Summit. This year, Dustin will lead us through three transformative days filled with inspiring keynotes, dynamic side events, and meaningful global conversations. As the MC, he will bring incredible energy to the Summit by connecting discussions and highlighting the changemakers driving accessibility worldwide. Still need to register for #mEnabling25? New registrations can enjoy 15% off with promo code: HEARS15! Register today: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d. #a11y #Leadership #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalInclusion

Explore the 2025 M-Enabling Summit Exhibitors! The M-Enabling Summit exhibitor hall is where innovation meets impact. This year’s exhibitors will showcase solutions that advance accessibility, inclusion, and next-generation technologies for persons with disabilities worldwide. Their expertise and creativity bring accessibility to life, offering attendees the chance to explore tools, products, and partnerships that are shaping a more inclusive digital future. We’re proud to welcome these exhibitors to the M-Enabling Summit and look forward to attendees experiencing the forward-thinking ideas and solutions they will share. You can learn more about the 2025 Exhibitors by visiting M-Enabling: https://shorturl.at/vhTfL Would your company be interested in sponsoring #mEnabling25? Contact Pat Hazan-Tessler, G3ict - The Global Initiative for Inclusive ICTs Business Development Officer: https://shorturl.at/m95bg #mEnabling25 #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #a11y #Exhibitors

Storytelling, recognition, and innovation are reshaping the global accessibility conversation. We are thrilled to announce that Alan Schwarz, the Assistant Managing Editor at Forbes, will be a keynote speaker at the 2025 M-Enabling Summit in Arlington, Virginia. Alan was instrumental in creating the inaugural Accessibility 100, a groundbreaking initiative that honors innovators who are advancing accessibility across various fields, including technology, education, the arts, and policy. His leadership, which involved more than 400 expert interviews and collaboration with an international advisory panel, has redefined accessibility as a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation, and business opportunity. As a Pulitzer Prize finalist and an award-winning journalist, Alan has a unique ability to combine narrative depth with a global perspective. His keynote will highlight the changemakers who are driving accessibility forward and emphasize the growing significance of their influence. Don’t miss this inspiring session at #mEnabling25! Register today: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d #Accessibility #Innovation #GlobalAccessibility #InclusiveLeadership #DigitalInclusion