UDL-Con: International 2025
July 22, 2025 - July 23, 2025
Innovating for Inclusive Education
UDL-Con: International is the global event dedicated to advancing Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a framework for addressing the educational needs of diverse and variable learners in many settings across many stages of life.
On July 22-23, 2025, we invite educators, school and district administrators, instructional designers, researchers, and innovators to gather at the Capital Hilton in Washington, DC, and online, for an unforgettable experience exploring the transformative power of Universal Design for Learning.
From thought-provoking discussions to hands-on workshops, this year’s event promises to deliver actionable strategies to create inclusive learning environments for every student. Don’t miss the chance to explore innovative strategies, tools, and practices that ensure learning is engaging, and accessible for all.
What to expect at UDL-Con 2025
- Inspiring keynote speakers
- International workshops and panel discussions
- Networking opportunities with global leaders in UDL and inclusive education – Expect 450+ in-person and 400+ virtual attendees!
- Interactive sessions showcasing best practices to supercharge your professional learning and development
- Light breakfast (coffee and pastries) and lunch will be provided for all in-person attendees.
- Access to the live streams and online sessions for both in-person and virtual attendees, and the conference archive until January 2026!
What you’ll learn at UDL-Con 2025
By engaging in online and in-person sessions that encourage innovative ideas, systematic thinking, and application of theory to practice, participants will:
- Explore the unique ways UDL can enhance and improve the most cutting-edge practices in education today.
- Be inspired to use UDL as a framework for designing and pulling together multiple initiatives across a school, university, or workplace.
- Consider the crosswalks of UDL and other promising educational frameworks.
- Imagine innovative policies and practices that complement and advance the goals of UDL.
- Challenge their own assumptions about teaching, instructional, and learning.
Learning that continues beyond the end of the conference
After the completion of the conference, all attendees will have access to the recordings of the in-person and virtual sessions, pre-recorded sessions, and other resources from UDL-Con until the end of January, 2026, ensuring that learning can continue long after the event ends. Revisit sessions you missed or want to rewatch, gain new insight, and deepen your knowledge at your own pace, anytime you like.
Experience the Energy of UDL-Con
Watch this sizzle reel to get a glimpse of the incredible energy and innovation you can expect at UDL-Con 2025, or read more about UDL-Con 2024.
Get inspired! Take part in the UDL Awards
CAST proudly presents the second annual UDL Awards, presented during UDL-Con: International in Washington, DC. This prestigious event recognizes visionary leaders and groundbreaking contributions that drive innovation and inclusivity in education. Every nomination comes directly from the education community, making this a truly collaborative process.
We invite you to nominate individuals, organizations, and projects that inspire you for the 2025 UDL Awards. Your nominations help shine a spotlight on excellence and drive forward the transformative impact of UDL and inclusive education.
Secure your stay for UDL-Con 2025!
Make the most of your UDL-Con experience by staying at the event’s official hotel, the Capital Hilton, conveniently located in the heart of Washington, DC (view on Google maps).
Follow the link be low to reserve your room for UDL-Con at our exclusive group rate.
Get the latest updates
Don’t miss out on early bird specials, presenter highlights, and award and nominee announcements. Stay informed by joining our UDL-Con 2025 email list.
2025 UDL-Con: International sponsors
UDL-Con: International is supported by organizations around the world committed to supporting inclusive education. Our sponsors this year are:
For more information about becoming a sponsor for UDL-Con 2025, please contact Christine Fox, VP of Operations, through our contact form for Partnerships.
Additional questions?
In-Person General Admission – $799
Attending UDL-Con: International includes access to all keynotes, in-person sessions, live virtual sessions, and pre-recorded content. Light breakfast (coffee and pastries) and lunch will be provided for all ticket purchasers. After the conference ends, you will have access to all of the recordings of the live in-person and live virtual sessions, pre-recorded sessions, and other resources through the end of January, 2026.
Virtual General Admission – $399
By attending UDL-Con: International online, you get to experience streams of all the in-person keynotes and sessions, live from anywhere in the world. You also get access to live virtual sessions and pre-recorded sessions. After the conference, you will have access to all of the recordings of the live in-person and live virtual sessions, pre-recorded sessions, and other resources through the end of January, 2026.
Student Virtual General Admission – $299
Students and pre-service teachers currently enrolled at an accredited school are eligible for a discount for virtual attendance. Students get to experience streams of all the in-person keynotes and sessions, live from anywhere in the world. You also get access to live virtual sessions and pre-recorded sessions. After the conference, they will have access to all of the recordings of the live in-person and live virtual sessions, pre-recorded sessions, and other resources through the end of January, 2026. More information about this discount can be found on our Eventbrite registration page.
Visit our Eventbrite page to learn more about registering for UDL-Con: International.
If you are paying for your ticket with an invoice, Purchase Orders must be submitted at the time of registration to submit your order successfully. All Purchase Orders should be uploaded to the Purchase Order Submission Form at the time of registration.
Reserve your hotel accommodations using the Capital Hilton Room Reservation Portal for the special UDL-Con: International room rate. Be sure to check that UDL-Con is mentioned at the top of the page when registering to make sure you’re receiving the conference rate.
The hotel is located at:
Capital Hilton
1001 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036, US
You will receive a separate email with your conference platform login information on July 22, 2025, the Friday before the event. This email will include login credentials and instructions for accessing the online conference sessions, resources, and content.
After each session, presenters may share additional materials for further exploration and reference, such as presentation slides, handouts, or links to related resources. Recordings of live sessions will be added to the platform as they’re uploaded and processed.
Access to the conference platform will expire at the end of January, 2026.
Cancellations made 30 days or more in advance of the event date will not be charged. There will be no refund issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the conference. To request a tuition refund, please contact us directly.
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