2025 PHRC disABILITY Conference

Technology and Disability: The Intersection of Success

Thursday, July 31 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Harrisburg Hilton & Virtual Attendance Options

Conference Schedule (as of 6/4/25, subject to change)

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast & Registration

9:00 a.m. – Opening Remarks

9:15 a.m. - PHRA & Disability

10:45 a.m. - Building a Disability-Inclusive AI Ecosystem: How AI Impacts People with Disabilities

11:30 a.m. - Working from Home As a Reasonable Accommodation

12:15 p.m. - Lunch & Vendor Introductions

1:15 p.m. - Forging a New Future - Creating Transformative Technologies with People with Disabilities

2:45 p.m. - Digital Accessibility Program – Centralized Support for the Commonwealth

3:30 p.m. – Closing Remarks

Join the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission for an impactful day of discussion around individuals with disabilities and technology.

This hybrid event will be held in person in Harrisburg, PA as well as online. We have a fantastic day planned, looking at the challenges and opportunities that emerging technologies present for individuals with disabilities. You can expect to learn about innovations in assistive technology, disability rights in PA, building a disability-inclusive AI ecosystem, the Commonwealth of PA's work to improve digital accessibility and more!

There will also be opportunities to connect with new partners and learn about services and programs that are available throughout PA.

NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop. 6 CEs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.

The conference is also offering 4 CLE (legal education credits) for attending.

This is a free one-day conference, but you do need to register to attend. You can register here.

Questions? Contact Brittany Mellinger bmellinger@pa.gov

Venue Information

Address: One North Second Street, Harrisburg, Pa 17010

Parking & Transportation: Valet & Self parking is available onsite.

Accessibility: ASL & Captioning Services will be provided, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible. If you need a specific accommodation to participate, please contact bmellinger@pa.gov or 717-649-4824.

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission | 333 Market Street 8th floor | Harrisburg, PA 17101 US

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