Netroots Nation is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming conference experience for all attendees. For this year’s conference, all programming will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania Convention Center provides a range of accessibility services and amenities for guests, including accessible restrooms, elevators, service animal relief stations, and scooter rental options. For the most up-to-date and detailed information about accessibility at the venue, please visit the Pennsylvania Convention Center’s accessibility page.
Getting Here / When You Arrive
All Netroots Nation 2026 programming will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
When you arrive, please follow signs for Netroots Nation registration and check-in. If you are an attendee or speaker who has pre-registered, proceed to the check-in area and follow the instructions provided in your registration email.
If you need assistance at any point during the conference, please look for a Netroots Nation volunteer or staff member.
Venue Accessibility
The Pennsylvania Convention Center offers several accessibility features for guests, including:
- Accessible restrooms: All public restroom facilities at the Pennsylvania Convention Center are accessible and ADA-compliant.
- Elevators: Elevators provide access to each level of the Convention Center.
- Service animals: Trained service animals for guests with disabilities are permitted, and designated service animal relief stations are available in the facility.
- Accessible parking information: The Convention Center does not have parking directly associated with the facility, but guests may use nearby lots. Please refer to the PCC parking information for additional details.
- Scooter rentals: Scootaround offers scooter rentals on a first-come, first-served basis through the UPS Store inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
For more detail, please visit the Pennsylvania Convention Center’s accessibility page or contact the venue directly at info@paconvention.com.
Key Spaces
Wellness Lounge
Room 117A is our Wellness Lounge. We will have scheduled programming and an always-available quiet/meditative space.
Nursing / Lactation Space
A Mamava nursing pod is available at the Pennsylvania Convention Center for attendees who need a private space for nursing or pumping. The pod is located near the lobby on the Broad Street entrance side of the Convention Center.
Accessible Seating in Session Rooms
In all breakout rooms, we ask that attendees leave seating near the front open for those who need to sit closer to presenters in order to see or hear. In general session rooms, please look for dedicated areas labeled Accessible Seating and keep those spaces clear for attendees who need accommodations. Attendees using accessible seating are welcome to have a companion sit with them.
Captioning
Our keynote sessions will have live captioning on the stage screens. All panel and training rooms will have amplified sound, and all speakers are asked to use microphones and repeat audience questions so they can be heard clearly by everyone in the room.
For sessions that are livestreamed or recorded through the conference platform, attendees may be able to access captioning through the virtual platform or conference app.
Food and Water
Water stations will be available throughout the convention center, and attendees are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle.
There may be food breaks or meals during the conference. Because large events at convention centers often have limited food selection, we may not be able to meet every individual dietary need. For those with food sensitivities or allergies, please ask catering staff for information about ingredients or food preparation.
COVID Precautions
While Netroots Nation does not currently require masks at all times, we recognize that large gatherings remain unsafe or uncomfortable for many attendees. We encourage attendees to carry a mask and to be respectful of those who choose to mask.
If you are speaking with someone who is wearing a mask, please consider putting yours on as well. If someone asks you to mask while interacting with them, please respect that request.
If you are feeling unwell or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or another contagious illness, please stay home or in your hotel room and take appropriate precautions.
Masking is an act of community care, and we appreciate everyone’s help in making Netroots Nation as safe and welcoming as possible.
Accessibility Tips for Presenters
If you’re presenting at Netroots Nation, here are a few ways to make your session more accessible:
- Identify yourself by name before speaking.
- Speak clearly and at a moderate pace.
- Use a microphone whenever one is available.
- Repeat audience questions before answering them.
- Read aloud important details from slides or handouts.
- Use large, legible, high-contrast text in presentations.
- Avoid relying solely on visuals to communicate key information.
- Describe images, charts, or graphics that are important to your presentation.
Community Guidelines
Our Community Guidelines offer tips on how to be inclusive of all attendees, including attendees with disabilities. A few important things to remember:
- Use respectful language, such as “person with a disability” instead of outdated terms.
- Be mindful of access needs in crowded spaces, session rooms, hallways, and networking areas.
- Keep accessible seating, aisles, elevators, and entryways clear.
- Respect attendees’ requests around masking, personal space, and communication needs.
- When presenting or participating in Q&A, speak clearly and use microphones whenever possible.