The Family Conference portion of ASCEND 2024 is open to the entire Rett syndrome community; however, the Scientific Meeting (June 18-19) is only open to clinicians, researchers, scientists, and industry members. When registering, you’ll be asked a series of questions to determine what registration types are available to you.

The Schedule At-A-Glance and full conference schedule will be available closer to the event dates.

Attendees of both the Scientific Meeting and Family Conference are invited to the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, June 19^th at 5 p.m. MT.

The Family Conference will conclude on Saturday, June 22^nd at 12:00 p.m. MT.

Your registration provides you access to all the plenary presentations, concurrent breakout sessions, exhibitor hall, and multiple social and networking receptions that makeup ASCEND 2024. Additionally, you receive log-in credentials to utilize our mobile conference app to help navigate your ASCEND experience, select meals, and an attendee welcome bag.

Your registration includes a continental breakfast and lunch during the 3-daytime sessions, and light appetizers and refreshments during the Welcome Reception on 6/19 and Purple Party on 6/21.

We will have a variety of food to offer options for everyone, but please indicate any dietary restrictions in your registration and we will do our best to accommodate.

Any attendee who will need a name badge to access sessions, social activities, or meals during the conference, including individuals with Rett syndrome. Children 2 years of age and younger do not need to register for ASCEND.

Yes. IRSF has reserved a block of rooms at a discounted rate for attendees. You can learn more about how to reserve a room on the Location & Travel page of this website and will receive the room block link in your registration confirmation. Staying at The Westin Westminster provides the convenience of being on-site where most activities take place. Because we reserve rooms in bulk, room rates are typically lower when booking as part of our group.

Daytime sessions are designed for adults, caregivers, and professionals within the Rett syndrome community. The content is fast-paced and may not be appropriate for children under 18 and those with Rett syndrome.

Loved ones with Rett syndrome and children are welcome at evening social events, but we request that you please consider making a care plan for your child(ren) during sessions so that you and other participants can benefit from our speakers.

Respite will be available for individuals with Rett syndrome during daytime sessions. Respite will be an additional fee and registration will be required. More information coming soon. Make sure to indicate your interest in respite care during the registration process for your loved one with Rett syndrome.

Register for the meeting by clicking here or the “Register Now” button on the landing page, then completing the online process. You will register all members of your family attending on one transaction.

If you have questions or need assistance with the process, please contact Joelle Watson at [email protected] or (513) 494-7969.

The International Rett Syndrome Foundation has prioritized making ASCEND 2024 as affordable as possible to allow attendees from all socio-economic backgrounds to participate. We recognize that costs incurred to travel to and attend the summit create a financial hardship for some who would benefit greatly from participation in this event. We have established The Summit Scholarship Fund in an effort to provide financial support to those who apply for financial assistance.

To apply for financial assistance through The Summit Scholarship Fund, please click here. Applications are due by January 15, 2024, and scholarship recipients will be notified in early February.

IRSF is committed to providing quality programming at the ASCEND 2024 Rett Syndrome National Summit. Registrants may attend the live event and have access to recordings afterward. For this reason, a confirmed registration may not be canceled. Please note: speakers and agenda are subject to change. In the event of a speaker cancellation, every effort to find a suitable replacement will be made.