All are welcome to join this Inclusion Summit! Let’s come together virtually to explore the concept of ableism and hear from guest speaker, Peter Trojic.

Peter is an inclusive dancer, actor, accessibility consultant, and NYC schools graduate. He will share his personal stories and lessons learned with disability, inclusion, and ableism.

This event will take place on Zoom. All who register will be emailed a link before the event. Please know that while all are welcome to join and participate, this event will be geared toward connecting with students and their experiences.

This year presents us with the unique opportunity to rebuild our inclusive school communities. As we come together again after separation and hardship, we can bring a new and inclusive mindset and vision. We can construct stronger, more inclusive school communities.

The Summit is taking place during National Inclusive Schools Week. Monday-Thursday join schools across the country who are committing to rebuilding inclusive communities. We’re providing NYC schools with themes, lessons, and activities that focus on current disability and inclusion topics, including disability language, accessibility, advocacy, and more. Visit bit.ly/ISW2021activities to access activities. On Friday, we'll come together at this virtual event to reflect on what ableism is and how we can combat it.

Email InclusionSummit@schools.nyc.gov with questions and accommodation requests.

The Inclusive Education Student Summit is an annual event that brings together NYC students with and without disabilities to learn about inclusion and the importance of students with disabilities being a part of our school communities. Students participate in conversations and activities and return to their schools as advocates for inclusion.

The Summit is hosted by the DOE and Parents for Inclusive Education (PIE).