The planning of conferences that are accessible to people with disabilities involves focusing on the accessibility of all aspects of the meeting, including choosing a site, promotion, registration, presentations, and handouts. Any meetings and facilities that are open to the public must comply with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, which calls for reasonable modifications to avoid discrimination in policies, practices, and procedures. Special site accessibility needs of individuals with mobility impairments, visual impairments, and hearing impairments should be considered. Promotional material should be available in formats other than print. Registration forms should ask whether any special assistance is needed. Conference presentations should be examined in terms of the needs of individuals with visual impairments, hearing impairments, or other disabilities. Techniques are outlined for accommodating participants in cases where accommodations necessary for one person conflict with the needs of another. Contains 11 references. (JDD)