Welcome to the official website for the 2024 TASH Conference!
Each year, the TASH Conference brings together our constituents to share resources and success stories, learn about field-driven best practices, and network within a community engaged in shared values. The Conference is attended by passionate leaders, experts, and advocates from every corner of the disability community. Conference attendees are influential in their fields and communities, and play an important role in the provision of services and supports for individuals and organizations around the world; and include professors and researchers from leading institutions; those involved in local, state, and federal governments and public policy; special and general educators, and school administrators; self-advocates, adult service providers; students, family members, and many others. This year’s conference theme is Celebrate Together: Let the Good Times Roll!
On this page you will find information about our Conference location, registration, reserving a guest room, sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, and more! The full Conference schedule will be published in August. Registered attendees will receive an invitation to log in and create a personalized schedule.
Conference Registration
Early-bird registration for the 2024 TASH Conference opens Tuesday, May 14 and is available through Monday, September 16. Regular rates are available from September 17 through the Conference. Conference rates are listed below. Be sure to review our registration policies first.
| 2024 Conference Rates | Early-Bird Rates (until Sept. 16) |
Regular Rates (Sept. 17 – Dec. 7) |
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| Member | Non-Member | Member | Non-Member | |
| Professional, Organizational, Lifetime | $495 | $695 | $545 | $745 |
| Associate | $425 | $545 | $475 | $595 |
| Student | $305 | $375 | $340 | $410 |
| Family Member, Direct Support, Retiree | $275 | $330 | $310 | $365 |
| Self-Advocate | $220 | $275 | $255 | $310 |
| Personal Assistant | $185 | $185 | $185 | $185 |
| Awards Luncheon Only * | Member | Non-Member | ||
| $85 | $95 | |||
| One Day Pass | Member | Non-Member | ||
| $300 | $400 | |||
* Awards Luncheon registration is for people not otherwise attending the Conference, but who want to attend the Awards Luncheon (e.g. a special guest of the awardee). Attendance at the Awards Luncheon is included with all other registrations.
Signing up for a TASH membership today will save you money on your Conference registration AND provide you with member benefits for a full year! To become a member visit, www.TASH.org/join.
You can register via the mail, fax or e-mail by using the PDF “paper” registration form.
Questions about large group registrations? Email register@tash.org or call (202) 817-3264.
Conference Schedule
The complete Conference schedule is now available. View sessions, posters, Day 1 Intensive workshops, and general sessions.
Conference Location
This year’s Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, in New Orleans, Louisiana, at 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. The nearest airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). NOTE: Ground transportation to/from the airport, and to/from other neighboring hotels is the attendee’s responsibility.
Room Block – Hyatt Regency New Orleans
A room block has been secured on property at a special rate of $185/$210 (single/double occupancy) per night plus tax and applicable fees. This rate is available through Friday, November 8, 2024, or until our room block is sold out, whichever comes first. Reserve your room online or call (800) 233-1234 and mention the TASH Conference. You can reserve an ADA room online.
Partner & Exhibitor Information
With nearly 800 attendees, the TASH Conference offers outstanding opportunities for partners and exhibitors. Your organization will receive excellent visibility among an audience of professors, researchers, educators, administrators, service providers, students, families, self-advocates and those involved in all levels of public policy. Learn more by reviewing our Sponsorship and Exhibitor Prospectus.
Awards Nominations
Each year, TASH honors those whose contributions have advanced equity, opportunity and inclusion for people with disabilities, and whose actions set a high standard for human rights every day. TASH award recipients are acknowledged during the TASH annual Conference. The 2024 awards nominations will be open from Monday, June 3 through Monday, August 5, 2024. To learn more about the nine awards, visit the Awards Recognition Program page.
Local Resources
For a list of local resources (i.e. ground transportation, wheelchair rentals, DSP services) in the Louisiana area, click here.
Accessibility, Support, and Safe Space Policies
As part of TASH’s work to ensure ALL are included at the Conference, we have implemented a number of measures to support your participation at the conference. You can review our Conference policies at the Accessibility, Support and Safe Space Policies page.
Conference Scholarships
A limited number of Conference scholarships will be available for self-advocates or family members who demonstrate a need for support to attend the 2024 TASH Conference. Priority is given to first-time attendees and current TASH members. A scholarship covers the registration fee only and does not include travel, meals, or hotel expenses. To apply for a scholarship, complete the online scholarship application form. Scholarship applications will open Thursday, August 1. All applications must be submitted by Friday, September 27, 2024.
Volunteering at the TASH Conference
A TASH Conference would not happen without the support of our amazing volunteers! This year is no exception! TASH members, who commit to volunteer for ten hours (2 five-hour shifts), receive $150 off their Conference registration! To volunteer, use the volunteer application form to indicate the roles and times you are available. Conference volunteer applications will be open from Monday, July 29 through Friday, October 18, 2024.
Visit New Orleans
There is so much to see and do in New Orleans. The Convention and Visitors Bureau has put together a website just for 2024 TASH Conference attendees to help you find the best city has to offer.
Call for Proposals
The Call for Proposals for the 2024 TASH Conference was open from Monday, March 4 through Monday, June 3, 2024. It is currently closed. The review process will take place June 17 – July 5, and results will be shared with the presentation’s point of contact by early August. The complete Conference schedule will be published in September.
Code of Conduct
TASH is committed to providing a safe and welcoming experience for all participants, regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and any other distinguishing characteristic. We do not tolerate discrimination, intolerance, harassment, aggression, or ill will of any kind at any TASH event, either in person or via electronic media.
We expect all event participants, presenters, sponsors, employees, and staff to:
- Remain positive, friendly, and welcoming to others at all times
- Recognize that this event is a place for diversity of thought, organization, and individuals; as such, respect and inclusivity for all is expected
- Wear your event badge at all times
- Be alert and report any discriminatory, harassing, aggressive, or exclusionary behavior or speech to event staff immediately
Unacceptable Behavior
Unacceptable behavior includes, but is not limited to: intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning conduct; inappropriate physical contact (e.g., unwelcome sexual advances, groping, sexual assault); physical, written, verbal, or other abuse, as determined by the event organizer and its representatives, in their sole discretion; failing to obey any rules or regulations of the venue and TASH.
Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior
Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated. Anyone engaged in unacceptable behavior is subject to expulsion from the event, in TASH’s sole discretion, without refund.
Reporting Unacceptable Behavior
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being treated poorly, or have additional concerns, please contact any member of the Events team at the registration center.