FAQs

We’ve gathered some of the most common questions about the Rethink Ability Summit to help you feel prepared, informed, and at ease. Whether you're attending for the first time or partnering behind the scenes, we’ve got you covered.

About the Event

  • Rethink Ability is a free, virtual, 3-day event designed to challenge how workplaces approach disability, accessibility, and inclusion. Through engaging sessions led by disabled leaders and advocates, the event offers fresh perspectives, practical tools, and actionable strategies to build more human-centered, equitable work environments.

  • Unlike traditional conferences that focus on compliance or check-the-box diversity, Rethink Ability centers the lived experiences of disabled professionals and reframes accessibility as a driver of innovation, belonging, and organizational change. The event is fully virtual, intentionally inclusive, and designed to move beyond theory into tangible impact.

    We are organizing this event to show that accessibility is achievable, and that the outcomes of inclusive environments far surpass others.

  • Rethink Ability’s steering committee is a cross-disciplinary team of inclusion practitioners, advocates, accessibility strategists, and Disabled leaders who have helped shape the event’s content and direction to ensure it reflects the needs and priorities of the disability community.

  • Rethink Ability is open to everyone, and especially relevant for those working to create more inclusive, accessible workplaces. You’ll get the most out of this event if you identify as one (or more) of the following:

    • HR professionals looking to embed accessibility into people practices

    • Curious accomplices who want to learn, listen, and take meaningful action

    • Technical leaders building tools, platforms, or systems with inclusion in mind

    • ERG leaders advocating for disability inclusion within their organizations

    • Senior leadership responsible for setting culture and driving organizational change

    • Disabled employees, whether you’ve disclosed your disability or not

    No matter your role or experience level, you’re welcome here.

  • Rethink Ability will take place virtually October 28-30, 2025. Specifics around times to come soon!

  • Rethink Ability will be hosted virtually, platform(s) TBD!

  • All sessions for Rethink Ability are free for all participants.

    One session will have a recommended donation, more to come when signing up.

  • Yes! Anyone can join, but we are currently optimizing for time zones in North America.

Registration & Prep

Register here

  • To stay in the loop and receive updates about registration, speakers, and session details, just fill out the form on our Contact Us page, or register below.

    We’ll make sure you’re the first to know when registration for specific sessions officially opens!

  • Rethink Ability is broken up into different topics, so feel free to join us for the ones that interest you the most! 

  • We know attendees will come with different levels of familiarity around disability, accessibility, and inclusion. That’s why each panel has the option to provide brief, optional materials—like videos, articles, or reflection prompts—to help orient you to the topic.

    Pre-work is never required, but it’s recommended if you want to get the most out of the conversation.

    Come as you are, and engage at your own pace.

Accessibility & Accommodations

  • Accessibility is core to how we design this event.

    • Each session will include:

      • ASL interpretation

      • CART captions

      • Access to live transcripts

  • Yes! We will offer ASL interpreters and CART captions.

  • If you have additional access needs, we welcome you to share them on the Contact Us page. We're committed to making this space as inclusive as possible.

  • Nope! You will be able to join from wherever you are- no special software or logins required. Just click and tune in.

During the Summit

  • More to come when we set the schedule!

  • You’ll experience a dynamic mix of session formats, including:

    • Expert panels

    • Fireside chats

    • Hands-on learning sessions

    • TED-style talks

    All sessions are designed to be accessible, engaging, and actionable. So whether you’re here to listen, learn, or lead change, there’s something for you.

  • You’re welcome to engage in whatever way works best for you.

    We encourage you to show up with whatever capacity you have, whether that means active participation or simply observing.

    All sessions will be recorded and available for asynchronous access after the event, so you can revisit or catch up on anything you miss.

  • Absolutely. Some sessions will offer space for co-creation, co-working, and open conversation, giving you a chance to connect with other attendees. Other sessions will be more focused on panel discussions and expert insights.

    Whether you’re here to listen or collaborate, there will be opportunities to engage in the way that feels right for you.

After the Summit

  • Yes! All sessions will be recorded and made available for asynchronous access after the event. So whether you miss a live session or want to revisit a powerful moment, you’ll be able to watch on your own time.

  • Absolutely. After the event, you’ll receive access to a resource hub with all session recordings, slides (if shared), and any additional materials or tools provided by speakers.

  • We’d love to hear from you! After the event, we’ll share a short feedback survey so you can tell us what worked, what didn’t, and what you’d like to see next time. Your insights help us make future gatherings even better.

  • Absolutely. Some sessions will offer space for co-creation, co-working, and open conversation, giving you a chance to connect with other attendees. Other sessions will be more focused on panel discussions and expert insights.

    Whether you’re here to listen or collaborate, there will be opportunities to engage in the way that feels right for you.