Call for Proposals

2026 ABLE Assembly: Arts Better the Lives of Everyone

April 10-12, 2026

 

This year's conference will be in person and online.

We are seeking proposals for in-person sessions for the 2026 ABLE Assembly Conference in two formats:

a. Research/Practice/Advocacy Presentations - 20 minutes in length

b. Workshops - 45 minutes in length

NOTE: all proposed sessions must be for in-person presentations only.

NOTE: the number of workshop slots on the schedule is limited. 

Timeline

  • Deadline for Proposals: January 15, 2026
  • Notification of Proposal Acceptance: January 31, 2026
  • Deadline to Submit Presenter Agreement: February 15, 2026

Note: conference presenters will receive complimentary admission to the event.

Submit Your Proposal

Questions? Contact Rhoda Bernard, managing director, Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education, at rbernard@berklee.edu.