Inclusive Conference Experience

NASPA is committed to creating an accessible, welcoming conference for all attendees. We've built accessibility and inclusivity into every aspect of the conference experience.

Physical Accessibility

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is fully accessible to wheelchair and scooter users. ADA-accessible seating is reserved at keynote sessions, featured educational sessions, and NASPA Foundation Awards. NASPA staff are available throughout the venue to help you navigate between sessions and identify accessible routes and elevators. NASPA also provides complimentary ADA shuttle service between the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and other official #NASPA27 hotels, available upon request.

Service animals are welcome at all conference venues and events.

Communication Access

Live captioning (CART) will be provided for all keynote sessions. Individual ASL interpretation and CART services are available for breakout sessions by request. Please contact us in advance to arrange these services.

Presenters are asked to use microphones and verbally describe all visual content on their slides. The NASPA Events app and PDF program book are both screen-reader compatible and available before the conference on mobile devices and computers. Limited printed programs are available at registration. Let us know if you'd like one reserved for you.

Wellness and Religious Observance

Private nursing rooms equipped with soft seating, refrigerators, and storage labels are available for breastfeeding attendees. Gender-specific prayer rooms and prayer mats are provided throughout the event. A dedicated self-care room offers a quiet space to disconnect and regroup when needed.

To support attendees with chemical sensitivities, we kindly ask all participants to be mindful of wearing strong fragrances or scented products during the conference.

Restrooms

All-gender restrooms are available at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.

Medical Services

A small medical center will be available onsite at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center during conference hours.

Nearby Pharmacy:
CVS Pharmacy
162 Fleet St, National Harbor, MD 20745

Nearby Urgent Care:
Patriot Urgent Care
9550 Livingston Rd, Ste 102, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Nearby Emergency Room:
Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center
11711 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Questions or Additional Needs?

Contact us at conference@naspa.org to discuss any accommodations not listed here.

Questions or Additional Needs?

Contact us at conference@naspa.org to discuss any accommodations not listed here.