Dyslexia World Wide Watch — All Upcoming Events
Last updated: October 21, 2026
Conferences, branch meetings, workshops and webinars on dyslexia and literacy, gathered from dyslexia associations and literacy organizations around the world. If you are a parent, a teacher, or anyone supporting a struggling reader, this is a good page to check back on — new events are added as they are announced, and past events drop off the list. Follow the link on any event to the organizer's own page for registration and the latest information.
October 2026
Learning Assistance Teachers' Association of BC Annual Virtual Conference
British Columbia, Canada + Online Also online · Learning Assistance Teachers' Association of British Columbia (LATA BC) · ConferenceBritish Columbia's annual virtual conference for learning assistance teachers, featuring a dyslexia session from Dr. Una Malcolm, Chief Academic Officer at Dyslexia Canada, unpacking common myths and misconceptions about dyslexia and exploring practical, evidence-based supports and accommodations.
Neurodiversity Conference 2026
Twickenham, England, UK · Positive Dyslexia · ConferenceOne-day conference at St Mary's University covering dyslexia, dyscalculia and ADHD in education and the workplace.
2026 IDA-TN Parent Mini-Conferences
Online · IDA Tennessee · OtherSecond October date for IDA Tennessee's free one-on-one parent mini-conferences with literacy experts, held over Zoom.
Bridging the Gap 2026 Symposium
Green Bay, WI, USA · IDA Wisconsin Branch · ConferenceFull-day branch symposium on improving outcomes for people with dyslexia and other literacy challenges, for educators, interventionists, parents and advocates — evidence-based literacy instruction, practical strategies and research, with sessions on what dyslexia is and structured literacy, dyslexia advocacy, and the Oneida Nation reading programme.
Dyslexia Justice League Conference
Santa Fe, NM, USA · Southwest Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (SWIDA) · ConferenceSWIDA's annual Dyslexia Justice League conference — a half-day of connection, advocacy and empowerment for dyslexic students, their families and allies at the May Center for Learning in Santa Fe, with mentors sharing experiences and celebrating the strengths of the dyslexic community.
Unlocking the Code: From Dyslexia Awareness to Language Mastery
Online · IDA Washington State Branch (WABIDA) · WorkshopFull-day live online workshop in morning, afternoon or full-day format, covering understanding dyslexia, structured literacy and the mechanics of language.
When the Science of Reading Meets the Science of Motivation
Riverside, CA, USA · IDA Southern California Tri-Counties Branch · WorkshopHalf-day branch symposium for educators and parents on combining structured literacy with motivation science so struggling readers stay engaged.
2026 Decoding Dyslexia Iowa Educator Conference
Ankeny, IA, USA · Decoding Dyslexia Iowa · ConferenceTwo-day state educator conference from Decoding Dyslexia Iowa, with state and national experts across four tracks — assessment and identification, instruction and intervention, foundational dyslexia knowledge, and keynote breakouts — at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC Ankeny campus. Keynote speakers include Dr Devin Kearns; 200+ attendees in prior years.
Reading Difficulties and Mental Health with the Black Dog Institute
Online · SPELD NSW · WebinarDyslexia Awareness Month webinar with Dr Deanna Francis from the Black Dog Institute on the links between reading difficulties and children's mental health — why struggling readers face a higher risk of anxiety, and practical evidence-based strategies to support learning and wellbeing.
Online Peer Support Group — Families
Online · British Dyslexia Association · OtherBDA's online peer support group for families of dyslexic children, a chance to share experiences and practical tips with other parents.
Open Membership Meeting: Connecting the Dots — DLD, Dyslexia, and the Power of Structured Literacy
Sandy Springs, GA, USA · IDA Georgia · Branch MeetingIDA Georgia's open membership meeting on how developmental language disorder and dyslexia overlap, and how structured literacy addresses both.
Introduction to Specific Learning Disabilities (ISLD) — Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand · SPELD NZ · WorkshopSPELD NZ's two-day introductory course for parents, teachers, teacher-aides and Learning Support Coordinators on specific learning disabilities such as dyslexia — what SLD is, why it occurs, and practical strategies to support learners in the classroom and at home. Certificate on completion.
Dyslexia Scotland Education Conference 2026: Closing the Gap
Glasgow, Scotland, UK · Dyslexia Scotland · ConferenceDyslexia Scotland's national education conference at Glasgow's Technology and Innovation Centre: a day of accelerated professional learning on closing Scotland's dyslexia attainment gap, with a keynote from Louise Selby on morphology as the missing link in literacy teaching plus expert workshops on dyslexia-focused interventions for primary and secondary settings.
November 2026
Dynamics of Dyslexia 2026 Fall Conference
Naperville, IL, USA · Everyone Reading Illinois · ConferenceEveryone Reading Illinois' annual two-day fall conference on dyslexia and reading difficulty, held at the NIU Conference Center in Naperville.
Bridges: Connecting Language & Literacy Conference
Bakersfield, CA, USA · The Core Collaborative · ConferenceTwo-day regional literacy conference in Bakersfield on connecting oral language development with reading and writing instruction.
Dyslexia Unveiled: A Dyslexia Simulation Workshop
Belmont, NY, USA · CA BOCES (Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES) · WorkshopDay-long immersive workshop for teachers and school leaders using the 'Dyslexia for a Day' simulation kit to experience the classroom challenges students with dyslexia face.
IDA 2026 Annual Reading, Literacy & Learning Conference (DyslexiaCon26)
Las Vegas, NV, USA · International Dyslexia Association · ConferenceIDA's flagship annual conference — three days of keynotes, workshops and research sessions on dyslexia and structured literacy at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, with session recordings available on demand afterwards.
Introduction to Specific Learning Disabilities (ISLD) — Cromwell
Cromwell, New Zealand · SPELD NZ · WorkshopThe Cromwell edition of SPELD NZ's two-day introductory course for parents, teachers, teacher-aides and Learning Support Coordinators on specific learning disabilities such as dyslexia — what SLD is, why it occurs, and practical strategies to support learners in the classroom and at home. Certificate on completion.
26th Annual Literacy Lit Education Explosion Conference: Innovation in Literacy & AI
Houston, TX, USA · National Literacy Institute · ConferenceNational literacy conference in Houston focused this year on innovation in literacy and artificial intelligence in reading instruction.
Supporting Adults with Dyslexia (Literacy Opens Doors webinar)
Online · National Adult Literacy Agency (Ireland), with Dyslexia Ireland · WebinarFree webinar in NALA's Literacy Opens Doors series, presented with Dyslexia Ireland, on supporting adults with dyslexia in learning and at work.
LDAWC 12th Annual Family Conference
Guelph, ON, Canada · Learning Disabilities Association of Wellington County · ConferenceTwelfth annual free family conference from the Learning Disabilities Association of Wellington County: a full day of keynote talks, breakout sessions, networking and a resource fair at Bishop Macdonell Catholic High School in Guelph, for families, educators and professionals in the learning disabilities and ADHD community.
Dyslexia in Education: Understanding Hidden Difficulties — Primary Schools
Online · British Dyslexia Association · WorkshopAfternoon online BDA training session for primary-school educators (Kent and East Sussex intake) on spotting and supporting hidden dyslexia difficulties — the primary counterpart to the Nov 19 secondary schools session.
Reading for All: Research, Practice, and Policy in Conversation
Toronto, ON, Canada · OISE (University of Toronto) and Dyslexia Canada · ConferenceFull-day research forum at the OISE Library in Toronto, co-hosted by Dyslexia Canada, framed by the Supreme Court and Ontario Human Rights Commission Right to Read findings: evidence-based curriculum and instruction, early screening, interventions for struggling readers, and teacher preparation, with two moderated panels and networking.
Dyslexia Course for FE and HE Educators
Online · Dyslexia Association of Ireland · WorkshopHalf-day live online course for further- and higher-education staff on how dyslexia affects students and on practical, inclusive support strategies.
Dyslexia in Education: Understanding Hidden Difficulties — Secondary Schools
Online · British Dyslexia Association · WorkshopAfternoon online BDA training session for secondary-school educators (Kent and East Sussex intake) on spotting and supporting hidden dyslexia difficulties.
Supporting Your Child with Reading Difficulties
Online · SPELD SA · WorkshopNovember edition of SPELD SA's free two-hour online workshop for parents and carers, run by specialist educators, on what good evidence-based reading instruction looks like and how to support a struggling reader at home. (The October edition's page has been removed by the organizer; this is a separate, live November date.)
Spelling: Linking Reading & Writing Workshop
Online · NILD Canada · WorkshopHalf-day online training workshop (10 AM–2 PM EST on Zoom) from NILD Canada on developing spelling skills — one of the most sensitive indicators of a learning disability and a persistent challenge for students with dyslexia — using Structured Word Inquiry, sound boxes, word sums and etymology, in a multi-modal structured literacy approach. For educators and parents; registration closes November 9.
Online Peer Support Group — Adults
Online · British Dyslexia Association · OtherBDA's online peer support group for dyslexic adults, sharing experiences and strategies for work and everyday life.
December 2026
Region 4 Dyslexia Conference
Houston, TX, USA + Online Also online · Region 4 Education Service Center · ConferenceAnnual regional dyslexia conference from Texas' Region 4 Education Service Center, held at the McKinney Conference Center in Houston with virtual attendance available.
Celebrating Neurodiversity: 4th Annual Art Showcase
Houston, TX, USA · IDA Houston Branch (HBIDA) · OtherEvening art showcase at Link Lee Mansion celebrating neurodivergent artists, held in support of the Houston Branch of IDA.
Dyslexia in the Workplace Course
Online · Dyslexia Association of Ireland · WorkshopHalf-day online course from Dyslexia Ireland for line managers, HR professionals and job coaches on understanding dyslexia at work, handling disclosure, and practical accommodations and inclusive practices across recruitment, communications and training, led by its Adult Dyslexia Coordinator.
Fundamentals of Dyscalculia
Online · British Dyslexia Association · WorkshopBDA online training day introducing dyscalculia — why some children struggle with maths, and how it differs from general maths learning difficulties. Note: topic is dyscalculia rather than dyslexia.
This list is refreshed regularly. If your organization runs an event we should know about, contact us and we will take a look.