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Spark the Spectrum

September 22 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Join self-advocates, families and community leaders for an afternoon of civic participation and inclusion.

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026 • 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Ability360 Center • 5025 E. Washington St., Phoenix 85034

3:30 p.m. Light refreshments
4:00 p.m. Formal program begins

First Place® AZ and Vote the Spectrum® invite you to an informative, nonpartisan conversation exploring civic participation, the voting process, advocacy, access to accommodations and much more. You’ll hear from some of the most essential voices in the autism and/or disability communities—and we want to hear your voice, too!

Featured Speakers

Josh Munoz—Moderator, Associate Director, Public Policy, First Place Global

April Reed
Vice President of Advocacy
Ability360

Denise D. Resnik
Founder & President/CEO
First Place AZ & First Place Global
Matt’s Mom

Sey In
Interim Managing Attorney, Healthcare Team
Disability Rights Arizona

Jon Meyers
Executive Director
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council

Jane Andersen
Democracy Advocate
Matthew’s Mom

Michelle Davidson
Executive Director
ASU Spark Center for Innovation & Learning
Tyler’s Mom

Details

  • Date: September 22
  • Time:
    3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Website: Register Now

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