National Council on Disability. National Summit on Disability Policy 2010. ADA 1990-2010 Retrospective and Future Policy Directions

Participant (Delegate) Information

This National Summit is an invitation-only, working meeting to develop recommendations to guide improvements in disability policy and programs for the next decade. The topics and issues are national in scope and relevant to all people with disabilities. To achieve NCD goals and objectives for the Summit, invited participants must be knowledgeable in various areas of disability policy and represent the diversity of disability in the United States.

Balanced coverage and comprehensive representation includes the following requirements:

Delegate Application

Consumers and other individuals representing federal, state and local government agencies, community-based and national organizations, business and industry, and academia and research entities focused on disability policy were encouraged to complete a delegate application form. All participants should be self-nominated so that the selection committee is assured the individual is committed to attend if selected. The deadline for submitting the application was October 15, 2009.

Delegate Commitment

Scholarships

To help ensure full participation, a limited number of scholarships are available for consumer delegates (individuals with disabilities not representing an organization). The scholarship will cover hotel and a pro rated per diem amount to assist with meals not covered as part of the Summit. Hotel and per diem assistance will be available for two or three days as needed. The delegate will be responsible for travel and other expenses. Accommodations required for participation during the meeting will be supplied. Lodging expenses for a personal attendant traveling with the delegate may also be requested. Scholarships will be awarded upon request once delegate selection is complete.