Event Details

2025 disABILITY SUMMIT

Inclusive gathering dedicated to support parents, caregivers, students and more
Saturday, February 8, 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm
No cost

We are excited to invite you to participate in the 5th Annual LEARN disABILITY Summit! This important statewide event will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Mohegan Sun Sky Convention Center in Uncasville, CT. Event admission and parking is free and open to the public.
The previous years’ event featured 65 vendors/exhibitors, informative breakout sessions, and free giveaways. This event is for caregivers, students, professionals, and community providers who support individuals with disabilities ranging from birth to age 21. Over 500 attendees from across the state have attended previous events.

Our goal is to provide attendees with a variety of agencies in service categories throughout the lifespan. We look forward to welcoming returning exhibitors, new participants, as well as event sponsors!
For any questions regarding the event, please email us at [email protected] and we are happy to help. Please note this mailbox is only monitored during business hours and it may take up to 48 hours to receive a response.

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