Are you or someone you know affected by hearing loss? We're excited to announce the 2026 HLAA Wisconsin State Conference: Tech Empowerment: The Key to Hearing Accessibility. An educational, accessible event with expert speakers, meaningful connections, and practical resources for people navigating hearing loss.
You're Invited: HLAA Wisconsin State Conference, Oct 16–17
Join us for Tech Empowerment: The Key to Hearing Accessibility — the 2026 HLAA Wisconsin State Conference!
When: Friday, October 16 (4:00–8:30 p.m.) & Saturday, October 17 (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
Where: Jensen Community Center, Amherst, WI
Cost:
Early Bird $50 (by Sept 15)
Regular Registration $75 (after Sept 15)
Student Rate $30 (valid ID required)
The latest in hearing assistive technology will be discussed and demonstrated, including hearing loops, Auracast, and captioned glasses. Learn about your rights under the ADA, how to advocate to hear your best, and to promote assistive listening solutions in your community.
Speakers include Juliëtte Sterkens, AuD & Wynne Whyman (Center for Hearing Access), Steve Thunder (Thunder Hearing & Sound), Robin Jones (Great Lakes ADA Center), and Tom Pritsky (Captify). A Technology Across the Lifespan Panel moderated by Jason Anderson will explore how hearing solutions adapt across different life stages.
More information at https://www.hlaawi.org/
Questions? Contact us at HLAAWiState@gmail.com
Sponsored in part by HLAA Fox Valley chapter and by a generous grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation.
Early Bird $50 (by Sept 15)
Regular Registration $75 (after Sept 15)
Student Rate $30 (valid ID required)
Friday, October 16 (4:00–8:30 p.m.)
Saturday, October 17 (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)