Join Boys Town and the University of Nebraska at Omaha for the third annual Empowerment in Special Education Conference and Resource Day: Information, Advocacy, Action.
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 8:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.
Location: Boys Town Headquarters
14100 Crawford St, Boys Town, NE 68010
Families, caregivers, teachers, service providers, UNO students and community members are all invited to join us for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration! Enjoy engaging sessions on topics like advocacy, teaming up with school staff, supporting children with anxiety, and fun recreational activities—all designed to help families and professionals grow together.
Local organizations will host tables with information about how they support and celebrate the abilities of all students.
- Snacks provided
- Raffle prizes available
- Option to join virtually
The conference is hosted by the Department of Psychology and the Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders at UNO and the Child and Family Translational Research Center at Boys Town National Research Hospital.