We invite you to submit a proposal to share your knowledge and expertise. ​

Call for Speakers

Our annual conference, educational programs and webinars are designed for business, HR and disability inclusion leaders to expand their disability inclusion body of knowledge and learn new strategies, while connecting and networking with subject matter experts, colleagues and other area practitioners.

Speaker Opportunities:
  • Annual Disability Inclusion Summit breakout sessions (April 29, 2020)
  • Educational Programs (2-3 per year)
  • Webinars with focus on - Culture & Leadership, Employment Practices & Enterprise-wide Access, Community Engagement, Supplier Diversity

Submission Deadlines:
  • Annual Summit - January 31, 2020
  • Programs and Webinars - open-ended​​

All submissions must be made via our online form below. Everyone who submits a proposal will be contacted within 30 days of submission.  Speakers are not compensated, but receive extensive brand recognition and Annual Summit presenters receive a complimentary registration to the event.

​Presentations will be reviewed and evaluated by the Disability:IN GKC Event Planning Committee based on content, format and presenter credentials. We are looking for sessions that are relevant and timely, cover topics related to or based on advancing disability inclusion in the workplace, and provide how-to’s and real-world applications.

Questions the reviewers will consider:
  • Content: Is the information timely, relevant and innovative? Does it align with advancing disability inclusion in the workplace? Do the description and learner outcomes clearly state what participants will take from this session? 
  • Format: Is the session format conducive for adult learners? Does the session involve audience participation? Does the session address all learner types? Are there interesting elements in the format that could serve as a model?
  • Presenter: Is the presenter knowledgeable, experienced and credible on the proposed topic? Did the presenter receive positive recommendations from credible references?

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Darla Wilkerson, Executive Director at darla@disabilityin-gkc.org