About DisCo at the Capitol
In 2026, California’s disability community faces one of the most pivotal policy years in more than a decade. Proposed federal budget reductions could threaten essential services, community inclusion, and the supports that 500,000 Californians rely on to live safely and independently. At the same time, our community is mobilizing with renewed purpose and unity — and DisCo at the Capitol is where that momentum becomes action.
We invite you to attend the 17th Annual DisCo at the Capitol: California Disability Community Advocacy Conference and help fuel the statewide movement for disability rights, equity, & access.
DAY 1 — May 18, 2026 | 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Evening Reception + Silent DisCo
Kick off the conference with an accessible, high-energy evening of community connection. Meet other advocates, reconnect with statewide partners, and enjoy a Silent DisCo experience designed for all abilities. Celebrate our collective impact as we prepare for a crucial day of advocacy.
| DAY 2 — May 19, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Advocacy Conference + Capitol Rally A full day of dynamic speakers, policy trailblazers, panel discussions with community leaders who are driving systems change across California. Then, join hundreds of advocates for a Capitol Rally and March where attendees will:
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Sponsorship Opportunities
A strong, accessible, community-centered event is possible thanks to supporters like you. Sponsorships help keep the conference low- or no-cost for people with disabilities and their families, opening the doors to wider participation and stronger statewide advocacy.
Sponsors receive high-visibility branding and meaningful opportunities to support California’s disability community.
Speakers Will Be Announced Soon…
Program
May 18, 2026
Cafeteria 15L
- 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Evening Reception (Ticketed Event)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cafeteria 15L
1116 15th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
May 19, 2026
DisCo At The Capitol
- 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Check in / Refreshments
- 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Welcome
- 10:00 a.m. – Capitol Rally
- 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. – Legislative Meetings
- 12:30 p.m. – Lunch / Silent DisCo!
- 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Legislative Meetings
- 3:00 p.m. – End program / Raffle
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
West Steps – State Capitol
1315 10th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
*The event will have ASL interpreters and Spanish translation available. For additional questions about ADA accommodations, please click HERE to submit an inquiry.
Thank you to our sponsors:
CHAMPION:
ADVOCATE:
SUPPORTER:
Tierra del Sol
PARTNER:
BENEFACTOR:
UCP of the North Bay
Presented By:
WHO WE ARE
The DisCo at the Capitol is brought to you by four of the most prominent nonprofit organizations in California dedicated to protecting the rights of people with disabilities and advancing inclusion in all aspects of our communities.
– The Arc of California promotes and protects the human rights of people with disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
– The Association of Regional Center Agencies advocates on Behalf of more than 550,000 Californians with Developmental Disabilities and the 21 Community-Based Regional Center System.
– For more than 100 years, Easterseals has been leading the way to full equity, inclusion and access through life-changing disability and community services.
– California affiliates of United Cerebral Palsy is a nationwide network of organizations providing support and services to children and adults with disabilities to live a “Life Without Limits”.