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Registration
Online registration for the 2026 Annual Education Conference "Shifting Sands, Steady Voices" is now open!
The program is in development but typically includes a 2-day registration with three to four concurrent rooms running with sessions:
- Attendance to workshops, breakout sessions and poster presentations.
- Friday breakfast, Friday lunch, Friday evening Reception and Celebration, Saturday breakfast, Saturday lunch
- Coffee/tea on both days
Conference Venue & Accommodations
This year's conference venue is the Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco, CA 94158. CHIA is excited to have arranged discounted hotel block room rates at the LUMA Hotel. Rooms must be booked by February 3rd, 2026 LUMA Hotel San Francisco - CHIA Room Block Booking Link
Program
The 26th Annual Educational Conference will feature an exciting lineup of presenters from across the country! This will include interactive workshops, breakout sessions, poster presentations, dedicated time to visit exhibitors, a networking reception, and the CHIA awards ceremony. View our line up of stellar presenters and topics!
Conference proposals submissions are closed as the program has been finalized.
CEUs
CHIA will apply for continuing education credits from the following accrediting bodies:
- ATA Approved
- CCHI Approved
- IMIA/NBCMI Pending
- RID Pending
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Exciting opportunities are available to promote your organization and meet attendees. Find out more about being an exhibitor and view our 2026 Exhibitor and Sponsor Prospectus!
Contact conference@chiaonline.org
Awards
Please click on the links below to nominate an interpreter or interpreting trainer who is an exemplary professional worthy of recognition!
Nominations are due by January 30, 2026. Recipients are chosen by the CHIA board. They receive a plaque and recognition at the conference.Attire
Whilst CHIA does not impose a dress code, most attendees choose "business casual" for this event. We recommend comfortable shoes for moving from one session to another.
Did you know that we have CHIA t-shirts, hoodies and more available? Check out our merch!
ADA Accommodations
Requests for a disability accommodation for conference participation can be made upon registration. CHIA requires a minimum of 14 business days to arrange accommodations. Note that the Mission Bay Conference Center or LUMA hotel should be notified separately of any necessary accommodation.
Special Meal Considerations
Special meal needs may be indicated during conference registration. CHIA will communicate these requests to the venue. While not all venues have Kosher kitchens, CHIA will make every effort to provide appropriate dietary options
Useful Links
PLATINUM SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSORS
Language Line
AMETHYST SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSOR
EXHIBITORS
Algovi Scheduling Software
ALTA Language Services
Laney/Peralta Community College District
Stanford Health Care
Tica Interpreter Training & Translations
The Northern California Translators Association (NCTA)