Diversity & Inclusion

AAP is committed to inclusion, equity, and respectful treatment of all meeting participants and seeks to provide a safe and professional atmosphere in which attendees may learn, network, and participate in a welcoming environment of mutual respect.

Please refer to our AAP Meeting Code of Conduct here.

AAP will make reasonable efforts to accommodate advance accessibility requests to enhance your meeting experience; on-site requests cannot be guaranteed. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility send us an email. In an effort to make the 2024 National Conference an accessible meeting for all, the following resources are provided.

Land Acknowledgement Statement

The AAP provides an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement at the start of the National Conference. A Land Acknowledgement is a formal statement that recognizes and respects Indigenous Peoples as the original inhabitants and traditional stewards of the lands on which this conference is taking place. The Land Acknowledgement also acknowledges Indigenous people’s ongoing connection to the land and promotes awareness of the history and culture of Indigenous people. View the statement here.

Mobility

Scooters rental is available for the duration of the conference.
Accessible parking is available all conference venues.
ADA accessible registration is available onsite.
ADA hotel rooms within the AAP hotel block available upon request.
ADA reserved seating in plenary sessions, seminar rooms, and section/council programs.
ADA shuttles available upon request.
ADA counter at main information booth.

Please see our scooter rental page for more information.

Hearing

Closed captioning is provided for plenary sessions and additional programming for both the All-Access experience and Virtual-Only. Check the schedule for a list of programs.

Closed Captioning Sessions

Bi-Lingual Resources

Dedicated international registration.
Website translator for multiple languages available for Conference Schedule and website.
Spanish/English simultaneous translation for designated sessions.
Spanish speaking assistance at Information Booth, Tech Bar, Wellness Hub, Global Exchange Booth, and Registration.
Welcome banners and signage in multiple languages.
Global Exchange booth to assist international attendees navigate conference.

Presented in Spanish Sessions

Translated Sessions

Lactation Lounge

Orange County Convention Center
Room W207A
Friday, September 27 – Monday, September 30: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, October 1: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Hyatt Regency Orlando
Atlantic
Friday, September 27 – Monday, September 30: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Quiet Room

The quiet room is equipped with private rooms perfect for attendees who need a place to recharge, mediate, or pray. This is a technology-free zone.

Orange County Convention Center: Room W202A
Hyatt Regency Orlando: Challenger 40

All-Gender Restrooms

Orange County Convention Center:
Hyatt Regency Orlando:

Friends of Bill W

Hyatt Regency Orlando in Winter Park 53 on the fourth level.

Meetings held daily at 5:30pm.

Friends of Jimmy K

Hyatt Regency Orlando in Winter Park 52 on the fourth level.

Meetings held daily at 6:30pm.

Child Care

Child Care is offered for the duration of the conference.
For more information visit here.

Service Animals

Service animals are welcome in all conference venues.

Food Restrictions and Allergies

We ensure all AAP events offer vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy free food options.
Buffets will have menu labels clearly indicating ingredients and/or accommodations.

Neurodiversity

Sensory kits will be available for attendees at the main Information Booth.
The quiet room will be available for attendees to recharge.