Disability Rights & Inclusion 2027
Academics
Thursday, March 4, 2027• 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday, March 5, 2027• 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
In-Person & Virtual Attendance Options
Touro Law Center, 225 Eastview Drive, Central Islip, NY 11722
Conference Overview
Building on the success of past programs, the Fourth Annual Disability Rights and Inclusion Conference will explore vital concerns for the disability community, offering essential insights for legal practitioners, caregivers, and all who advocate for equal rights. This year’s conference will feature cutting-edge discussions on the relevance of AI and technology in fostering universal design, as well as innovative approaches to promoting accessibility and inclusion for veterans. Other topics will include current legal and regulatory issues, education, employment, supports and services, religious perspectives, and societal attitudes toward disability rights and inclusion.
The conference is organized in partnership with Touro Law Center's Jewish Law Institute.
Conference Organizer
Samuel J. Levine
Professor of Law, Director of the Jewish Law Institute
Professor Samuel J. Levine is the Director of the Jewish Law Institute at Touro Law Center. He is also a prolific writer and author of Was Yosef on the Spectrum? Understanding Joseph Through Torah, Midrash and Classical Jewish Sources.
Cost
In-Person: $75
In-Person: Non-profit Organizations/Caregivers: $50
In-Person: Judges, Touro Students, and Touro Faculty: FREE
Virtual Registration: FREE
Hotel Information
A discounted hotel rate has been made available to conference speakers and attendees at the Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex for $179 -$189 per night. Please use this reservation link to make reservations.
CLE Information
NYS CLE credit available to all participating attorneys.
Those wishing to attend CLE courses at or through Touro Law Center may apply for tuition assistance.
For more information, please contact tlccle@touro.edu or call (631) 761-7006.
Sponsor this Conference
Learn about available sponsorships or contact us for custom opportunities by calling (631) 761-7066.
Contact Us
Need additional information or have questions about this conference? Email tlcevents@touro.edu
or call CLE Coordinator Jocelyn Russo at (631) 761 -7006.
See highlights from past Disability Rights and Inclusion Conferences here!