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Breaking Barriers Congress 2026
The leading event in assistive technology and augmentative communication returns.
A meeting point for professionals, families, and users.
The Breaking Barriers Congress is a space for connection, inspiration, and learning, where professionals, users, families, companies, and institutions come together to share knowledge, experiences, and advances in assistive technology: Augmentative Communication, inclusive leisure, multisensory stimulation, autonomy, and environmental control will take center stage in this new edition.
For two days, Barcelona will bring together national and international experts, real-life experiences, and the latest industry innovations to showcase how technology can promote inclusion and participation for everyone.
We believe in the power of assistive technology and augmentative communication to change lives. That is why we invite you to be part of this new gathering in Barcelona in 2026.
Speakers
We bring together professionals, users, industry leaders, and experts in innovation, accessibility, and augmentative communication to share knowledge, experience, and future perspectives.
Alex Escolá Serra
Clinical psychologist specialized in autism. Co-founder and CEO of AutisMIND.
Berta Brusilovsky Filer
Architect and urban planner specialized in universal and cognitive accessibility.
Kristi Emerson
Nurse specialized in neuroscience and neurorehabilitation at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Lisbeth Nilsson
Occupational therapist and researcher specialized in cognitive disabilities and assistive technology.
Romy Rossich Verdes
Pediatrician specialized in pediatric intensive care and complex communication at Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron.
More speakers coming soon
Be part of BBC 2026
Do you have an experience, research project, initiative, or case study that could add value to the congress? We are looking for proposals that help continue breaking barriers through innovation, accessibility, and real-life experience. Submit your work and play an active role in this edition.
You can submit your work until 15 June.
Why you can’t miss this event
This third edition evolves to offer you an optimized and dynamic agenda.
Plenary
sessions
Keynote conferences with global leaders.
Personalized
tracks
Parallel sessions so you can choose the topics that interest you most.
Hands-on
workshops
Practical training to apply solutions from day one.
Experience
space
A place to share and discover innovative projects, initiatives, and work from across the sector.
Technology
showroom
Exhibition area featuring manufacturers and the latest market innovations.
Strategic
networking
Spaces designed to connect, collaborate, and create synergies.
Sponsors and partner organizations
If your organization shares our values and would like to gain visibility at a leading event, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Secure your place at BBC 2026
Take part in Southern Europe’s leading forum on assistive technology and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Full Congress Pass
190€
Afterwards 220€
From 30/09/2026
- Full access to the congress for both days
- Welcome pack
- Coffee breaks and networking
- Access to talks and workshops
- Certificate of attendance
One-Day Pass
110€
Afterwards 130€
From 30/09/2026
- Full access for one of the two days
Choose Thursday 12th or Friday 13th - Welcome pack
- Coffee breaks and networking
- Access to all talks and workshops
for the selected day - Certificate of attendance
1-day access
Student Rate
50€
A valid student ID or proof of enrollment will be required during accreditation.
Group Rate (For 5 people)
760€
Attend with your team or organization and save on registration fees.
Total savings of €190 compared to the regular rate.
For registrations of more than 5 people, please contact us at bbc2026@bcocongresos.com
Venue
Campus Ciutadella UPF, Barcelona
Roger de Llúria Building
Carrer de Ramon Trias Fargas, 25, 27, Sant Martí, 08005 Barcelona.
Metro
Line 4 – Ciutadella-Vila Olímpica
Tram
Lines T5 and T6 – Wellington and Ciutadella-Vila Olímpica
Bus
H16, V21, 136
Frequently Asked Questions about BBC 2026
The early bird launch rate is available during the first two weeks after registration opens. After that, the Regular rate will apply until September 30th. We recommend registering as soon as possible to secure the best price!
It’s very simple. Once you complete the purchase process, you will receive a confirmation email with a link or instructions to send us your billing details. We will take care of generating and sending the invoice to you.
Yes, we offer a special rate for groups of 5 or more people. You can select it directly in the ticket section.
All tickets include access to the talks and panel discussions on the selected day(s), access to the exhibition area, official congress coffee breaks, and a welcome pack.
Yes, all attendees will receive a digital certificate of attendance after the congress, sent to the email address used during registration.
Absolutely. The BBC 2026 venue complies with all physical accessibility regulations.
The congress will provide English/Spanish live transcription. If you have any specific needs, please indicate them in the form when purchasing your ticket.