Minnesota Autism Conference

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Doubletree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport, 2020 American Blvd. E. Bloomington, MN 55425

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April 14-16, 2026

Apply now to speak at the 2026 Minnesota Autism Conference!

Applications are now open to present at the 2026 Minnesota Autism Conference, happening April 15–16, 2026, at the Doubletree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport Hotel.

We invite professionals, educators, self-advocates, caregivers, and community members to share your knowledge, tools, and lived experiences with Minnesota’s autism community. Breakout sessions will be held in person, with select sessions recorded for on-demand access.

Breakout sessions are one hour long and can cover any topic relevant to autism. We especially welcome proposals that share practical strategies, foster community connection, and reflect the latest research and lived experiences. Our audience includes autistic individuals, families, educators, therapists, and professionals at all experience levels.

Areas of interest include (but aren’t limited to):

  • Systems navigation
  • Aging and autism
  • Trauma/PTSD
  • Autism and gender
  • Burnout/mental health
  • Pathological Demand Avoidance
  • Dual diagnosis (ADHD, eating disorders, mental illness, auto immune disorders, etc.)
  • Resources for those with high support needs, especially non-speaking individuals
  • Managing changes or disruptions to routine
  • Advocacy
  • Resources for educators

Applications are welcome from anyone with expertise — whether through professional experience, community work, or lived experience.

📄 Want to draft your responses first? Use our Word document version of the application to collaborate or take your time before pasting into the online form.

Key Information:

  • Application Deadline: Friday, Nov. 7, 2025

  • Notifications Sent: By Dec. 12, 2025

  • Presenter Benefits: Free admission on your presentation day + discounted full-conference registration

AuSM does not offer honoraria for breakout presenters. All sessions must follow our Universal Design Guidelines to ensure accessibility. Presenters are expected to be available both days of the conference.

If you have questions, please contact Megan Anton at manton@ausm.org.

Help us build a diverse, insightful, and inclusive conference—your voice matters.

Sponsorship

You can become a part of this amazing event as a sponsor! 400+ caregivers, parents, educators, individuals with autism, professionals, and more participate. Throughout the event, there are more than 25 educational sessions presented by experts, including three keynote speakers. Participants come eager for resources; exhibits are open and busy throughout this three-day event.

Become a Sponsor

Sponsor Benefits Include

Conference Registrations

Exhibit Booth

Description in Program

2025 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

Co-Sponsoring Agency

Community Partner

Bronze Sponsors

Exhibitors

Printing Sponsor

Cancellation Policy

Notification of cancellation: If an event or class is cancelled or postponed, AuSM will attempt to notify you via phone, using the phone number provided with your registration. We also will post notice of cancellations and postponements on www.ausm.org.

Cancellation by registrant: Refunds less a $25 processing fee will be given for cancellations received in writing to info@ausm.org ten business days prior to the start of the event or class. Following this date, no refunds will be given. Requests for transfer of registration to another individual will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Cancellation by program organizer: AuSM reserves the right to cancel an event or class due to low registrations or other circumstances that make the event or class non-viable. If AuSM cancels an event or class, registrants will be offered a full refund. If the event or class is postponed, registrants will have the option to either receive a full refund or transfer registration to the same event or class at the new, future date.