The 18th North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (NAFAPA) Biennial Conference will be held from July 28 to 31, 2026, at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, in Honolulu, USA. This international event will bring together scholars, practitioners, and students to share research and foster collaboration in the field of adapted physical activity.

Hosted by the University’s College of Education, the conference invites submissions in three categories: research presentations, building sessions, and student work-in-progress proposals. Abstracts must be submitted by February 1, 2026 and will be limited to 250 words.

Key dates include:

  • Abstract Submission Opens: November 17, 2025

  • Abstract Deadline: February 1, 2026

  • Notifications: March 15, 2026

  • Early Bird Registration: February 1 – April 15, 2026

  • Online Registration Ends: July 14, 2026

The conference venue, UH Mānoa, is recognized for its academic excellence, research leadership, and cultural diversity. The program will feature oral and poster presentations, panel discussions, and student sessions designed to strengthen the global adapted physical activity network.

Abstract submissions and full conference details are available on the official website. Inquiries may be directed to: nafapa26@hawaii.edu.

https://sites.google.com/hawaii.edu/nafapa2026/home?authuser=0