September 12 | Fall Virtual Neuroaffirming IEP Summit
A full-day virtual summit exploring more inclusive and neuroaffirming approaches to IEPs, advocacy, AAC, learning differences, nervous system needs, and educational support for disabled and neurodivergent students.
Event Details
When: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM–5:30 PM ET
Where: Virtual
Cost: See registration for ticket options
Hosted By: Destiny Huff Consulting, LLC
Registration: Required
Event Details:Register for the Fall Virtual Neuroaffirming IEP Summit
About This Event
The Fall Virtual Neuroaffirming IEP Summit brings together educators, therapists, advocates, and families for a day focused on creating more inclusive and affirming educational experiences for disabled and neurodivergent learners.
Sessions will explore topics including AAC, student voice, dyslexia, IEP language, nervous system support, and ways to rethink educational practices that may unintentionally center compliance over access, autonomy, and belonging.
The summit features speakers including Dr. Destiny Huff, Evalaurene Jean-Charles, Kelly Mahler, Resha Conroy, and Jordan LeVan.
Accessibility Highlights
Features Participants May Appreciate:
Fully virtual format
Focus on neuroaffirming educational practices
Information relevant to both families and professionals
Sessions addressing AAC and communication
Discussion of nervous system needs in school settings
Attention to identity and student voice
Strategies for making IEPs more inclusive
Helpful Planning Tips:
Review the session lineup before attending and identify the topics most relevant to your child.
Keep your child's current IEP or recent school concerns nearby if you want to connect the information to your own advocacy.
Write down questions that come up during sessions.
Consider which strategies or language might be useful to bring into your next IEP meeting.
Check the registration information for details about recordings or access to additional content.
Who Might Enjoy This Event?
This event may be a good fit for:
Parents and caregivers of disabled or neurodivergent students
Educators and special education professionals
Speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists
IEP advocates
Related service providers
Families looking for more neuroaffirming approaches to education
Professionals interested in moving beyond compliance-based educational practices
What Families May Want to Know
Before you go:
The summit is completely virtual.
Registration is required.
The event runs for approximately 6.5 hours, so families may want to plan breaks.
Sessions address a range of educational and disability-related topics.
Some sessions specifically address the experiences of Black students and Black children with dyslexia, adding an important lens around identity and educational equity.
Why Families May Appreciate It
IEP meetings can sometimes leave families feeling like they have to become experts before they can effectively advocate for their child. Learning more about neuroaffirming approaches can give families additional language and perspective as they navigate those conversations.
This summit also creates an opportunity to think beyond simply adding services or accommodations. Its sessions look at how schools can better support communication, identity, regulation, access, student voice, and meaningful participation.
Plan Your Visit
☐ Register for the summit
☐ Review the session lineup
☐ Identify topics most relevant to your family
☐ Gather questions about your child's educational needs
☐ Plan breaks during the virtual event
☐ Keep notes on ideas or resources you want to discuss with your child's team
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