Join the Movement: Redefining the Reality of Adaptive vs. Inclusive Sports
May 10-12: Skills-Based Workshops in Colorado Springs, CO
June 1-3: Virtual Education & Awareness Sessions
Presenter RFP Deadline: January 15th, 2021
The Move United Education Conference is ready to provide the tools and training to help demystify disability and make inclusion reality. This year’s theme, “Join the Movement: Redefining the Reality of Adaptive vs. Inclusive Sport,” brings us together to lead this evolving narrative so that we leave no one on the sidelines. This unique opportunity aims to enable sport providers with the education, awareness, and skills to serve individuals with disabilities in both recreational and competitive sport opportunities.
Building off the success of the 2020 Move United Virtual Conference, which reached over 1,800 people from over 900 unique organizations, Move United is pleased to offer a hybrid model for its Move United Education Conference in 2021. Move United will provide small group, skills-based workshops to attendees in Colorado Springs, CO from May 10-12, 2021, followed by virtual education and awareness sessions to 1000+ attendees from June 1-3, 2021. How can we help change the narrative and be champions for athletes with disabilities in our communities? Together.
What last year’s attendees have to say:
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“I love everything that about this organization!! You have so many great offerings and I always learn so much from each email and conference session!!”
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Who should attend?
While this event is appropriate for both individuals both quite experience and new to working with athletes with disabilities, it is primarily geared toward staff and volunteers who serve in leadership positions at their organizations. Anyone wishing to refresh their skills or investigate new topics are encouraged to attend. Additionally, students and others wishing to explore the field and network are welcome.
Due to the pandemic and the need to keep in-person gatherings small-scale, the in-person component will be geared towards individuals who have prior experience with the respective workshop topics.
With the virtual component being focused on education and awareness, however, these will be open to individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Is this event appropriate only for those working in the adaptive sports industry?
Not at all! The virtual component of the conference will have sessions for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.In-person workshops in Colorado Springs may, however, require prerequisite skills and experience levels due to the small nature of the sessions.
What is the cost to attend the virtual conference?
Cost of the in-person component will be announced in early-spring as the content is decided upon.
Thanks to our wonderful presenters and supportive community, the virtual component will free of charge to attendees.
I have attended Move United Conferences in the past, should I come again?
Absolutely! While there are a few familiar faces among our team of presenters, all of the presentations and workshops will be new for the 2021 conference. Attending the conference each year will help you make progress on your professional development goals and expand your network.
Can I attend just one day of the virtual conference?
Yes! We encourage you to attend as many sessions and as many days as possible, but understand that people have busy schedules. After registering for the conference, you will receive a link to RSVP for any and all sessions you would specifically like to attend.
Will CEUs be offered for these sessions?
Yes! We will be applying for both NCTRC and BlazeSports CARSS CEUs for relevant sessions. Check back for more information!
With the pandemic still prevalent, what are you plans in the event that there is another wave of COVID-19?
We will continue to monitor the state of the pandemic and will notify participants of any changes to the event structure. In regard to the in-person component in Colorado Springs, we will be following all local regulations to ensure attendees are in low-risk settings.
