ATTENDEE Resources
Real-time Captioning at Plenary Sessions
All plenary sessions will be simultaneously webcast with open captions. This makes the plenary sessions accessible for audience members who identify as having a hearing impairment, and it also improves conditions for individuals who have difficulty hearing. For those attending in-person, instructions will be provided on how to access the captions from your computer, smart phone, or tablet.
ASL Interpreters
Attendees should request sign language interpreters for the Annual Meeting by January 22, 2026. Interpreters are available for those registered to attend discussion panels, seminars, topical and plenary lectures, business meetings, and workshops.
For all other events, arrangements with the interpreter can be made separately at the individual’s cost. To request an interpreter, please complete the Attendee Resources section on your online meeting registration form.
Mobility Devices
AAAS will reserve a mobility device for the Annual Meeting registrants who submit a request by January 22, 2026. Please answer the Accessibility and Inclusion section on your online meeting registration form to reserve a device if needed.
If you need to update your assistance needs, please log back into your existing registration or contact us at meetings@aaas.org.
Inclusive Facilities
A restroom is available for use by all persons, regardless of gender identity. This restroom also functions as a family restroom or as a restroom for disabled persons traveling with a companion.
Location– West Building, Atrium lobby next to Men’s room and near room 101A
MOTHER’S ROOM
The Phoenix Convention Center has Mamava Nursing Pods for breastfeeding and pumping (does not have a changing station, use restrooms). You will need to download this app to access the pod.
MULTI-FAITH PRAYER AND REFLECTION ROOM
West Bldg, Room 203 This space is for silent individual prayer, meditation or contemplation for all faiths. Select an open curtained area upon arrival.
Thursday-Saturday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
QUIET ROOM
West Bldg, Room 202 This space is for attendees to quietly take a break, read, think or have “me” time away from the stimuli of the Meeting.
No talking is allowed. Headphones must be used to hear audio on devices.
Thursday-Saturday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm