Peer Power

01/19/2026

Registration is now open! www.peerpower907.com/summit/register

REMINDER: The registration fee for this year is $200.

Summit dates are April 24-26, 2026. Remember: This year, we are not accepting payments at the door (unless otherwise)

Don't hesitate to call 907-252-2089 if you have questions or concerns

01/17/2026

Call for Presentation Proposals – 2026 Peer Power Self-Advocacy Summit

We are now accepting presentation proposals for the 2026 Peer Power Self-Advocacy Summit on April 24 to April 26.

If you are interested in presenting a workshop, training, or discussion session, we invite you to apply. Presentations should center lived experience, self-advocacy, leadership, systems change, and issues impacting people with disabilities.

⚠️ Important Requirement:
All presentation proposals MUST include at least one presenter who has an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD).
This requirement applies to every panel, workshop, or session.

📝 How to Apply
Visit our website to download the presentation proposal application.
www.peerpower907.com/summit/call-for-proposal

⏰ Application Deadline
February 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM
All applications need to be submitted to summit@peerpower907.com

📬 Notification Timeline
All applicants will be notified whether they are selected or not by March 31, 2026.

We strongly encourage self-advocates, people with lived experience, professionals, and community partners to apply. Disabled voices must be centered—not added as an afterthought.

♿ Need accommodations to apply or present? Please contact us — access is essential.

Join a powerful movement of disabled leaders, advocates, and allies. We’re looking for dynamic, interactive sessions that inspire leadership, advocacy, empowerment, and disability pride.

01/11/2026

🌟 Exciting News for Our Community! 🌟
We’re thrilled to share that Peer Power is now fully integrated with Zeffy—a platform that truly understands the heart of nonprofits. 💙

What makes Zeffy so incredible? It waives all transaction fees from major credit cards and popular payment apps like Cash App and Venmo. That means every dollar you give goes directly to supporting our mission—no hidden costs, no deductions, just pure impact.

From now on, all of our payments and donations will be handled through Zeffy, ensuring that your generosity makes the biggest difference possible.

When you make a donation, you’ll see an optional tip at checkout for Zeffy, our payment platform. This tip goes to Zeffy, not our organization, and helps them continue providing their fantastic fee-free service to nonprofits like ours. While it’s not mandatory, if you can spare an extra dollar or two, it’s truly appreciated! If you’d prefer to skip the tip, simply select “Other” and enter $0 (or even $1).

To all of our donors—thank you! Your support means the world to us and helps us keep building a stronger, more inclusive community. Every contribution counts, and we couldn’t do this without you.

👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-peer-power-alaska

Empower Voices. Transform Communities. Support Peer Power in Alaska!Peer Power is Alaska’s only disability-led advocacy organization, driven by the belief that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) should lead the way in shaping their own futures. Our mission is simpl...

01/06/2026

📢 Important Update: Peer Power Self-Advocacy Summit

We want to share an important update with our community.

We have recently been informed that the Trust will no longer be providing funding support for conferences outside of the conference they sponsor and are fully responsible for. As a result, the Peer Power Self-Advocacy Summit is no longer receiving Trust funding.

Because of this change, Peer Power and our Board of Directors have made the difficult but necessary decision to implement a $200 event fee per person for all summit participants, including self-advocates and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This fee helps cover essential costs such as lodging, meals, transportation, accessibility supports, materials, and staffing.

💡 Why Saving Now Matters
With registration opening in the next 1–2 months, this is a great time to begin planning and setting aside small amounts toward the event fee. Even saving $25–$50 per week can make the cost more manageable by the time registration begins. We encourage individuals, families, and support teams to start budgeting early so everyone who wants to attend has the opportunity to participate fully.

We understand that cost matters. While this fee is significantly lower than most conferences across the nation, we also recognize that $200 may still create a hardship for some individuals. If this event fee would be a hardship for you or someone you support, please let us know by mid-to-late January so we can better understand the impact.

Our commitment remains the same: creating a summit designed by and for people with disabilities—focused on leadership, self-advocacy, and community.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of self-advocates

📩 Questions or concerns?
Contact Garrett Dominick at 907-252-2089 or email us at summit@peerpower907.com

09/18/2025

Hello, Peer Power community! We’ve heard some rumors swirling around, and we want to set the record straight. Peer Power is very much in business, and our commitment to our mission is stronger than ever. We're here to create impact, and we thank you for your unwavering support. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to empower change together!

08/08/2025

🚨 Peer Power Summit Postponed 🚨

The Peer Power Self-Advocacy Summit, originally scheduled for October 3–5, 2025 in Anchorage, has been POSTPONED until Spring 2026.

We understand this change may cause inconvenience and truly appreciate your patience. We're committed to delivering a powerful and inclusive experience that continues to educate people on disability rights in Alaska.

💜 Want to support the Summit? Visit peerpower907.com and click the purple donate button to contribute. Your support helps us keep this important work going.

Thank you for standing with Peer Power!

06/18/2025

📢 Exciting News! Peer Power Summit Registration Update 📢

Big changes are coming for the Peer Power Summit this year! We’re making it easier and more streamlined to sign up—so be on the lookout!

✅ NEW Registration Process: We’re moving from Ticketbud to our official website!

✅ Application Fee: Instead of paying at the door, registration will now require an application fee when you sign up.

✅ Go Live Date: Mark your calendars—registration opens August 1st!

Head over to peerpower907.com for all the latest updates, and don’t miss out on securing your spot at this incredible event!

📞Contact Us: For questions or more information, reach out to Garrett Dominick at 907-252-5861, or send us a message directly through the website!

03/29/2025

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: SAVE THE DATE

The date for the Summit has been released! The dates for the Peer Power Summit is October 3rd to the 5th. Registration will come in a few months.

If you would like to sponsor the event; click on the links below
https://www.zeffy.com/peer-to-peer/2025-peer-power-summit

https://www.peerpower907.com/donate

Stay updated on the Peer Power Summit by following us on social media and visiting our website regularly for the latest news and announcements. Don't miss out on important updates and opportunities to get involved!

03/11/2025

🌟 **Support Alaska's Annual Disability Pride Celebration!** 🌟

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Alaska's annual Disability Pride Celebration, a groundbreaking event dedicated to honoring the diverse abilities and achievements of our community members with disabilities. This celebration aims to promote inclusion, raise awareness, and showcase the unique contributions of individuals with disabilities through various activities, inspirational speakers, a resource fair, and entertaining performances.

But to bring this vision to life, we need your support! We are seeking donations to cover essential costs, including venue rental, event materials, accessibility services, and outreach promotion.

Your generous contributions will help continue this historic event that empowers and uplifts the disability community in Alaska, fostering pride and unity among individuals with disabilities and their allies.

Please share this message far and wide and consider donating to our cause. Together, we can make a tremendous impact!

Learn more and donate here: [GoFundMe](https://gofund.me/6f148a1a)

Thank you for your support!

02/04/2025

🚨Important Announcement Regarding the 2025 Summit🚨

We are excited to share that the board has made a significant decision for the 2025 Summit! The event will now take place in the month of September. Specific dates are still to be determined and will be announced once we have finalized the schedule.

In addition, the board has decided to hold the summit every 18 months instead of every 12 months. This change will allow us more time to plan and secure the necessary funding to make the summit a truly impactful experience.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to bring you the best summit possible. For the latest updates, please continue to check our website and social media channels.

If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to us through our website. Thank you for your ongoing support!

01/09/2025

🚨Important Update on Peer Power 2025🚨

We regret to inform you that Peer Power 2025 has been delayed. We are actively working on determining a new date and will keep you updated as more information becomes available.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For the latest updates, please check our website and page regularly.

If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out through our website. Thank you for your understanding and support!

12/12/2024

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