SCN2A Family & Professional Conference
Bringing the SCN2A community together has a life-changing impact on all who attend.
The most exciting and important event of the year is the world’s largest SCN2A-related gathering of families, researchers, clinicians, and industry.
There’s nothing quite like being at the SCN2A Family & Professional Conference—surrounded by families who understand this journey, scientists and clinicians working tirelessly toward breakthroughs, and advocates and volunteers determined to make a difference. Everywhere you look, you see people moving mountains together: sharing stories, exchanging knowledge, and building connections that go far beyond the conference walls. It’s a space where hope is renewed, ideas take root, and the strength of our community shines brighter than ever. We’ve captured some of those unforgettable moments in our 2025 Conference Recap Video—from inspiring sessions and community celebrations to the quiet, meaningful connections that make this event so special. You might even spot a little hint about where we’ll gather next year! Check back soon for access to recorded conference sessions.
Coming soon...details on the 2026 SCN2A Family & Professional Conference!
- Thursday, July 31 (8:00 - 5:00)
Professional Registration & Research/Professional Roundtable (Invite Only)
- Thursday, July 31 (2:00-5:00)
General Family Registration and Packet Pick-Up
- Friday, Aug 1 (8:00-4:00)
General Session Day 1 followed by Remembrance & Awards Dinner
- Saturday, Aug 2 (8:00-4:00)
General Session Day 2 followed by Warrior Dance Party Dinner
- Sunday, Aug 3
Departures
To become a Sponsor, email Leah Myers at leah.schust@scn2a.org
The FamilieSCN2A Foundation has a no-solicitation policy covering all of our conferences and expositions. We do not allow solicitation at our events by any attendees or unauthorized parties without prior written permission to the FamilieSCN2A Foundation. This policy includes, but is not limited to the following unauthorized activities:
Prohibited Activities:
- Unauthorized receptions & parties (including off-site events)
- Unauthorized exhibits, mobile exhibits & hospitality suites
- Unauthorized membership recruitment activities
- Unauthorized promotion of non-FamilieSCN2A Foundation events
- Unauthorized research recruiting
- Unwelcome advances toward event participants or the FamilieSCN2A Foundation Board Members
- Unauthorized on-site distribution of printed or electronic materials including literature, signs, flyers, invitations, tickets, forms, etc. (except business cards)
- Any person and/or organization found to be violating this policy may be expelled from the event. No Refunds.
- Egregious and/or multiple violations of this policy may result in disqualification from future events at the discretion of the FamilieSCN2A Foundation.
2025 SCN2A Family Travel Scholarship Application
Deadline: May 1st, 2025
Please note the following terms before completing this application:
1. Scholarships are for families with a loved one diagnosed on a genetic report with SCN2A-related disorders (SRD) and are need based only.
2. Our Travel Scholarship Grant provides financial assistance to individuals attending the 2025 Family and Professional Conference. Grants of up to $1,000 are available to help cover expenses such as conference registration, hotel accommodations, and/or travel costs to and from the conference.
As funds are limited, applicants are encouraged to apply for the amount they truly need and to provide receipts for all expenses. Applicants will be reimbursed for eligible expenses at the conclusion of the conference, once receipts are submitted.
When applying, please specify the amount you are requesting (up to $1,000) and provide all relevant documentation to support your application. Financial documents are not required, but you must demonstrate how the funds will be used. Grants will be awarded based on the information provided and the available funds.
3. Application Status: You will be notified on or before May 30th, 2025.
4. If approved, you are responsible for reserving your own accommodation and travel. Reserve your hotel room now.
5. Reimbursement will be made by check at the conclusion of the conference after all receipts are submitted. It may take 2-3 weeks to receive payment.
Please note: Accommodation scholarships cover only 'Standard Run of House' rooms. Upgrades or additional nights are at your own expense.
• Gaylord Rockies Resort & Conference Center, 6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019
• July 31, 2025 - August 2, 2025
*CANCELLATION POLICY: You may cancel your reservation for no charge before 11:59 PM local hotel time 72 Hours before arrival. Please note that we will assess a fee of one night's room and tax if you must cancel after this deadline.
Children are encouraged to attend. This year we will have a SuperSib Camp for siblings over the age of 3. The camp will be staffed and have activities both on-site at the hotel and off-site field-trips. Children with SRD must have a caregiver with them at all times. There will be activities in the hospitality room for children with SRD and their siblings. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times.
The FamilieSCN2A Foundation is dedicated to helping families attend conferences without financial hardship. However, our funds are made possible through generous donations. We encourage you to explore the list of grants that have previously supported families, as they may be a great first step in securing funding.
Past Conferences
Since our founding in 2015, we have hosted seven conferences in person or hybrid and two virtually. Travel can be challenging for those with SCN2A-related disorders, so the conference sites rotate around the country. Check out our history of bringing people together.
- 2016—Chicago, IL
- 2017—Wilmington, DE
- 2019—Seattle, WA
- 2020—Rx: Hope Virtual Series
- 2021—Rx: Hope Table Talks
- 2022—Columbus, OH
- 2023—Boston, MA
- 2024—Anaheim, CA
- 2025—Denver, CO
- 2026—Orlando
