2026 Supporters
Sponsors
AssistiveWare
Gold Dinner Sponsor
AssistiveWare is a pioneering leader in assistive technology, dedicated to building a more inclusive world where people who cannot rely on speech can communicate and fully participate in society. Through innovative Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps and resources, AssistiveWare empowers hundreds of thousands of people across more than 140 countries to express themselves, connect with others, and have their voices heard.
We thank AssistiveWare for their generous support of AASE 2026 and their contribution to the Conference Dinner.
McGraw Hill
Silver Welcome Reception Sponsor
McGraw Hill is a leading global education company, partnering with educators, schools, and institutions in more than 100 countries to improve learning outcomes for students of all ages. For over 135 years, we have combined deep educational expertise with evidence-based research to develop high-quality instructional programs, professional learning, and digital solutions that support student success.
As the publisher of the internationally recognised Direct Instruction (DI) programs, including Reading Mastery, Corrective Reading, Connecting Maths Concepts, Spelling Mastery, and Expressive Writing, McGraw Hill is committed to providing educators with proven, effective tools grounded in the Science of Reading, cognitive science, and the science of learning.
Our programs are built on a foundation of rigorous research and are designed to support explicit, structured, and systematic instruction, helping schools implement evidence-informed practices with confidence. Through a combination of high-quality curriculum resources, professional learning, and implementation support, McGraw Hill partners with schools to drive sustainable improvement and achieve meaningful outcomes for students.
We thank McGraw Hill for their generous support of AASE 2026 and their contribution to the Welcome Reception.
Exhibitors
Avant Innovations
Avant Innovations is a specialist importer and distributor dedicated to enhancing participation and inclusion for individuals with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges. We proudly represent a range of internationally recognised brands and adaptive technologies, selected for their quality, innovation, and evidence-based benefits.
adventure+
Since 1983, Adventure+ has helped thousands of children enjoy creative, safe and challenging playground experiences.
Schools, local government, early learning centres, tourist park owners, developers and landscape architects rely on Adventure+ to provide high-quality equipment, innovative playground design and installation that exceed current Australian Standards.
Choosing a playground design and components can be challenging. Adventure+’s wealth of experience and practical working knowledge of Australian Standards enables them to provide a complete range of services, from initial consultation and design through to installation, inspections and ongoing service.
AssistiveWare
AssistiveWare is a pioneering leader in assistive technology, dedicated to building a more inclusive world where people who cannot rely on speech can communicate and fully participate in society.
Through innovative Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps and resources, AssistiveWare empowers hundreds of thousands of people across more than 140 countries to express themselves, connect with others, and have their voices heard.
Right to Work
Right to Work supports employment choice for youth with disability by making work education accessible.
Our training programs and educator toolkits empower young people with disability to understand
employability skills for every job and to recognise and communicate their skills and strengths.
Professional development workshops build community
capacity to support continued learning and innovative employment opportunities.
Founded in Goulburn in 2020, we
deliver services across NSW and the ACT as a certified Social Traders social enterprise.
NextSense
NextSense has been breaking boundaries since 1860, when Thomas Pattison opened the very
first school for deaf children in Sydney. And we’ve been expanding our services ever since. Today, we deliver world-class education, cochlear implant, allied health, therapy, research and clinical services to children, adults and their families across the country.
NextSense School Support Services provides support for students in Years K-12 with hearing and vision loss in their mainstream Catholic and independent schools, offering individualised educational support, teacher consultation, classroom adjustments and guidance on accessible learning practices.
Scanning Pens
Scanning Pens Australia is a leading provider assistive technology that supports individuals with reading
challenges associated with dyslexia, autism, ADHD, processing and working memory issues. World-renowned C-Pens provide text‑to‑speech solutions, that empower users by reading printed
text aloud, helping build confidence, independence, and literacy skills across education, workplace, and home settings. Our mission is to champion accessibility, inclusion, and support neurodiversity through innovative tools and community advocacy. The C-Pen was named Best Assistive Technology Product of the Year at the Disability Service Awards in 2025. Access is easy with free trials for Educators and Allied Health professionals. Scanning Pens
Australia is also a NDIS registered provider.
Everway
Everway creates technology that helps every kind of mind thrive at school, at work, and
in life. For almost 30 years, we have been removing barriers to understanding, communication, and learning through accessible, neuroinclusive solutions that
adapt to people, not the other way around.
We work alongside educators, schools, workplaces, and communities to ensure
neurodivergent individuals can access opportunities, show their strengths, and reach their potential. Our portfolio of assistive and accessibility technologies supports literacy, communication, learning, and independence for millions of people worldwide.
Grounded in research, user insight, and deep expertise, Everway helps educators become champions of every learner while delivering measurable outcomes that matter.
Our solutions make it easier for people to access information, express their ideas, and participate with confidence.
At Everway, we believe difference is a strength. We champion neuroinclusion by creating
tools that support the full spectrum of how people think, learn, work, and communicate. By combining innovation with purpose, we help build more inclusive classrooms, stronger learning outcomes, and a world where everyone can understand and be understood.