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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Enabling Job Seekers with Lived Experience of Disability in 2025
In 2025, people with lived experience of disability in the U.S. are navigating growing uncertainty amid political shifts and changing policies. Questions around rights, equity, and true inclusion are more urgent than ever.
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The Role of Video Content in Disability Advocacy and Awareness
Video content plays a powerful role in disability advocacy, helping to dismantle barriers, raise awareness, and create inclusive, accessible storytelling that inspires change and engages diverse audiences on social media.
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Living Beyond Diagnosis: A Journey with Fabry Disease
Diagnosed with Fabry disease at 16, one woman was told she’d be lucky to see 40. Now, at 64, she’s living proof that early diagnosis and determination can defy the odds. Learn more about her journey and how she turned adversity into advocacy.
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Meet our ambassadors
Get to know the remarkable men and women who proudly represent Abilities Expo within their communities.