The Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia is an annual event that provides an unparalleled opportunity for sharing knowledge and resources about supports for individuals with autism and their families in Georgia. The Autism Conference & Expo represents the collaboration and contributions of an alliance of leading self-advocates, family members, community partners, state agencies, and other stakeholders. This conference is an important component of the Autism Plan for Georgia.

The 2019 Autism Conference and Expo of Georgia will be held on May 15th and May 16th in the Student Center at Georgia State University. Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, the conference is close to public transportation and the Georgia State Capitol. .

CONFERENCE DATES:

Day One: Wednesday, May 15, 2019

1:00pm – 6:30pm (Check-in begins at 12pm)

Day Two: Thursday, May 16, 2019

9:00am – 4:00pm (Check-in begins at 8am)

*Ticket prices allows access to the full two-day conference*

POSTER SESSION AND RECEPTION:

Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available during the poster session on Wednesday, May 15th starting at 4:45pm in the Ballroom. Please let us know if you plan to attend!

DISCOUNTED RATE:

Self-Advocates: Individuals living with a developmental disability.

Family Members: Caregivers of a dependent living with a developmental disability.

Students: Enrolled full-time at a college or university and must register using student email address.

VOLUNTEERS:

If you are interested in volunteering at the Autism Conference and Expo, please contact a member of the ACE team at acega@gsu.edu. Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to schedule specific shift times and responsibilities. There are a limited number of volunteer slots available.

PARKING:

Georgia State University’s M-Deck is conveniently located across from Student Center East.

Address: 33 Auditorium Place, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.

*Please tell the attendant that you are there for the Autism Conference and Expo. The daily parking fee is $10 and is not included in the registration fees.

LODGING:

Courtyard by Marriott: Atlanta Downtown
Address: 133 Carnegie Way Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Phone: (404) 222-2416

Courtyard by Marriott is offering a rate of $149 per night for Autism Conference and Expo of Georgia attendees. Please find the link below for reservations at this rate.
Deadline to make a reservation at this price is April 24, 2019.

Make a Reservation


Hotel Indigo: Atlanta Downtown
Address: 230 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta GA 30303
Phone: (404) 523-7600

Hotel Indigo Downtown is offering a rate of $159 per night for Autism Conference and Expo attendees. Please find the link below for reservations at this rate.
Deadline to make a reservation at this price is April 26, 2019.

Make a Reservation

For more information, please visit our website at www.ga-autismplan.com and/or if you have any questions, please contact acega@gsu.edu.