Supercharge your independence
Think you’ve hit the peak of your abilities? Think again. Abilities live events and online resources deliver game-changing technologies, products, services and education to help our dynamic disability community break barriers and push past limits.
Access is power
Popping up in seven U.S. cities each year, the three-day Abilities Expos are your free, all-access passes to empowerment. Buckle up for cool gadgets, cutting-edge tech, info-packed workshops, adaptive activities and so much more. This golden opportunity to engage with your community will have you asking, “Why didn’t I do this sooner?!”
- People with disabilities
- Family, friends and caregivers
- Healthcare professionals
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Explore solutions at Abilities Expo
Three days. One roof. Endless opportunities.

Get the inside scoop from experts
Find the answers you need from leading voices across a spectrum of disability expertise.
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Andre Sam
Disability & Special Needs Project
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Angela Standridge
Director for Texas Technology Access Program
What’s happening
Dive into inclusive experiences, innovative technologies, valuable resources, hands-on workshops and so much more.

Products & services
From high-tech devices to daily living aids, explore solutions for multiple disabilities.

Inclusive dance
Creative movement and accessibility unite to create sometime spectacular. Join in!

AT showcase
Learn how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the ability gap.

Adaptive sports
No more sidelines for you! Time to get in the game and discover your new favorite pastime.

Service animals
Assistance dogs and horses are game-changers for their humans partners.

Artist market
Talented local artists with disabilities display their eclectic works of art for the community.

Climbing wall
With specially designed adaptive equipment, anyone can conquer the all-inclusive rock wall.

Must-see workshops
Free sessions on accessible travel, home remodeling, disability finance and more.

Wheelchair repair
Need a tune-up? Swing by the Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion for minor maintenance.
Insights and stories from our community
Whatever your role in this vibrant community, this is your space. Read on and enjoy the journey.
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The Lasting Impact of Carter Keith Williams: A Story of Hope, Advocacy, and Love
After losing her son to GRIN1 disease, a mother channels her grief into advocacy, raising awareness and hope for families facing this rare disorder.
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Travel for Everyone Under the Sun
Greater Fort Lauderdale is leading the way in accessible travel—welcoming every body and every ability. From inclusive beaches to adaptive adventures, Visit Lauderdale ensures no one is left out of the fun.
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Coping with Overwhelm as a Parent of a Child with Disabilities
In her candid reflection, Jaclyn Greenberg explores the quiet, often unseen emotional weight of parenting a child with disabilities. She writes about the moments of overwhelm that surface between appointments, advocacy and daily life—offering both vulnerability and solidarity to parents on similar paths.
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You’re not alone. Whatever questions you have, we have resources to help.

Meet our ambassadors
Get to know the remarkable men and women who proudly represent Abilities Expo within their communities.