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Each year, the TASH Conference brings together a diverse community of stakeholders who gain information, learn about resources, and connect with others across the country to strengthen the disability field. This year’s conference theme, “Be Creative - Innovative Solutions for an Inclusive Life,” reminds us to think outside the box during times of uncertainty. Creativity, innovation, and determination can pave the way for meaningful and inclusive lives for people with disabilities.

Conference Registration
Registration for the 2018 TASH Conference is open. Conference rates are listed below. Registrations can be processed online or via our paper registration form. Click the appropriate button below to process your registration. Be sure to review our registration policies first.




                                           
Call for Proposals is Closed!
Thank you to those of you who submitted a proposal to present at the 2018 TASH Conference. Results will be shared in mid-August.

Conference Location/Hotel Information
This year's conference will be held at the Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront1401 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97201. A block of rooms has been reserved for November 26-30, 2018. The special room rate of $175/night plus tax and applicable fees will be available until Monday, October 29, 2018 or until our room block is sold out, whichever comes first.  Reserve your room online or call (877) 901-6632.  Mention the "TASH Conference" to receive this reduced rate.

Overflow Hotels
Small room blocks are available at the following overflow hotels:
  • Hotel Modera, 515 SW Clay Street, Portland, OR 97201 (0.3 miles from conference location), $159/night plus tax and applicable fees. Reserve your room online or call (877) 484-1084 and ask for the “TASH Group Rate” on or before Monday, November 19, 2018.  To reserve an accessible room, contact Edwin Martinez at (503) 484-1075 or edwin.martinez@hotelmodera.com.
  • The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton, 1355 SW 2nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97201 (0.2 miles from conference location)), $189/night plus tax and applicable fees.  Reserve your room online or call (800) 774-1500 on or before Tuesday, November 6, 2018.  Mention the group code "TASH" to receive this reduced room rate.
  • Need more options?  Here is a list of additional overflow hotels.

Sponsor & Exhibitor Information
With nearly 1,000 attendees, the TASH Conference offers outstanding opportunities for sponsors and exhibitors. Your organization will receive excellent visibility among an audience of professors, researchers, educators, administrators, service providers, students, families, and those involved in all levels of public policy. Learn more about available sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities.

Volunteer
Volunteering is a great way to actively participate at the TASH Conference while offsetting some of the full conference registration fee. Only TASH members are eligible to volunteer. To learn more, click here.

Scholarships
TASH is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2018 TASH Conference. Conference scholarships cover the conference registration (and Thursday lunch) fee only and does not include travel, other meals, or hotel expenses. Applications must be submitted by September 14, 2018.   Recipients will be notified by Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

Accessibility Services
For a list of wheelchair rental and repair vendors and wheelchair accessible taxi services in the Portland 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. To view conference policies, click here.  

 



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