Events
The American Foundation for the Blind hosts a number of events around the country each year. Upcoming AFB events will be listed here, as well as events related to blindness or vision loss hosted by other organizations in the field.
Upcoming Events
IDEA at 50: Celebrating Progress in the Blindness Field and Beyond
September 23, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. ET | JVIB Webinar
AFB at the M-Enabling Summit 2026
October 5 - 7, 2026 | Crystal Gateway Marriott | Arlington, Virginia
Stephanie Enyart, AFB Chief Public Policy & Research Officer, and Sarah Malaier, AFB Senior Advisor, Public Policy & Research, are excited to present at the M-Enabling Summit 2026 this October in Arlington, Virginia! We look forward to sharing insights and joining global leaders advancing digital accessibility and inclusive innovation.
2026 AFB Leadership Summit
October 26, 2026 | Downtown Louisville Marriott | Louisville, KY
2027 Helen Keller Achievement Awards
Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Harvard Club of New York City | Midtown Manhattan
Possibilities Documentary Screenings
Dates may vary