American Cochlear Implant Alliance

American Cochlear Implant Alliance Clinicians, scientists, educators and consumer/parent advocates promoting access to cochlear implants An annual meeting for professional members is convened.

The American Cochlear Implant Alliance is a not-for-profit membership organization created with the purpose of eliminating barriers to cochlear implantation by sponsoring research, driving heightened awareness and advocating for improved access to cochlear implants for patients of all ages across the US. ACI Alliance members are clinicians, scientists, educators, and others on cochlear implant teams as well as parent and consumer advocates.

ACI Alliance | CI Connections for Teens with Lexi | Summer Camps with a Cochlear ImplantMissed the webinar or want to re...
04/16/2026

ACI Alliance | CI Connections for Teens with Lexi | Summer Camps with a Cochlear Implant

Missed the webinar or want to revisit it? The full recording and resources are now available!

Feel free to share with colleagues, families, or anyone who might find this information helpful.

Thank you for being part of our community—we hope to see you at the next webinar!

Watch here: https://www.acialliance.org/page/CITeens

The Oberkotter Foundation has announced a new request for proposals and is seeking proposals for projects that promote t...
04/13/2026

The Oberkotter Foundation has announced a new request for proposals and is seeking proposals for projects that promote the use of hearing devices during all waking hours in infants and young children.

This RFP seeks to assist families in overcoming the challenges and barriers that can prevent full-time hearing device use, so children who are deaf or hard of hearing can achieve age-appropriate spoken language and literacy milestones.

Nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations that are located and operating within the United States, with experience in early childhood hearing loss and social drivers of health access, are invited to apply. The deadline for applications is May 29, 2026.

To learn more or apply please visit: www.oberkotterfoundation.org/grants/wear-time-rfp

💙 A powerful moment for hearing health and innovation.Twelve-year-old Ryder Boen of Oklahoma was diagnosed with hearing ...
04/09/2026

💙 A powerful moment for hearing health and innovation.

Twelve-year-old Ryder Boen of Oklahoma was diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears as a newborn and has worn hearing aids since infancy. In February, at Hearts for Hearing, Ryder received the world’s only smart cochlear implant system—and experienced an unforgettable milestone.

When the device was activated, Ryder heard sound in a whole new way for the first time and was moved to tears of joy. Moments like this highlight the life-changing impact of advances in hearing technology and the importance of early diagnosis and intervention.

Stories like Ryder’s remind us why continued innovation and access to hearing care matter. 🎧✨ https://www.today.com/video/young-boy-has-emotional-reaction-to-hearing-for-the-first-time-260995141630

🌟 Honoring an EHDI Hero 🌟The EHDI Heroes Award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, an...
03/30/2026

🌟 Honoring an EHDI Hero 🌟

The EHDI Heroes Award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing the early identification of hearing loss and ensuring timely intervention for infants and young children.

We are proud to recognize Donna Sorkin, executive director of ACI Alliance, for her outstanding commitment to improving access to hearing care and supporting families. Her leadership continues to make a meaningful impact across the hearing health community.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Donna on this well-deserved recognition!

We are delighted to announce that the "Highlights from the CI 2024 Vancouver International Conference on Cochlear Implan...
03/29/2026

We are delighted to announce that the "Highlights from the CI 2024 Vancouver International Conference on Cochlear Implants and Other Implantable Technologies" was published with free (one-year) open access as a collection of papers in Otology & Neurotology. Topics were drawn from CI conference presentations:
• Assessment of mean activation maps
• Variability Psychological Adjustment of Prelingually Deaf Young Adults Implanted During Childhood
• Electrode Placement Factors and Impact on Spectral Resolution
• Adult Aural Rehabilitation
• Teamwork to Build and Maintain Effective Teams

Find the papers here:
Collection Details: https://journals.lww.com/otology-neurotology/pages/collectiondetails.aspx?TopicalCollectionId=38

🌞 Summer Camps Webinar for Teens with Cochlear Implants 🌞Thinking about summer camp this year? Join us for a special ses...
03/25/2026

🌞 Summer Camps Webinar for Teens with Cochlear Implants 🌞

Thinking about summer camp this year? Join us for a special session with Lexi as she talks with teens about what to consider when signing up for summer camps. From communication strategies to device care and safety, this session will help you feel prepared and confident for camp!

📅 April 15
⏰ 7:00 PM EST

🔗 Register here: https://www.acialliance.org/event/lexisummercamps

Whether it’s your first camp or you’re a seasoned camper, this is a great opportunity to get tips, ask questions, and connect with others in the community. We hope to see you there!

📅 April 15 at 7 PM ESTThinking about summer camp? Join Lexi for a conversation with teens about what to consider before ...
03/16/2026

📅 April 15 at 7 PM EST

Thinking about summer camp? Join Lexi for a conversation with teens about what to consider before signing up for camp. She’ll discuss important topics like communication, device care, and safety to help make sure you’re prepared for a great camp experience.

Register Here: https://www.acialliance.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2048000&group=

Don’t miss this helpful session as you start planning your summer! 🌞

We’re excited to announce two outstanding keynote speakers at CI2026 Chicago! 🎤Dr. Craig Buchman, MD and Nobel Prize–win...
03/13/2026

We’re excited to announce two outstanding keynote speakers at CI2026 Chicago! 🎤

Dr. Craig Buchman, MD and Nobel Prize–winning economist Dr. James Robinson, PhD will deliver our keynote lectures, bringing unique perspectives from medicine and global economics to the conversation.

In addition to these inspiring keynotes, attendees can participate in a range of important educational masterclasses, including:

Audiology programming

Program growth and practice building

Best practices for serving non-English-speaking patients

Case-based discussions designed to encourage engagement and shared learning

Join us for dynamic conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to connect with colleagues dedicated to advancing hearing care. 👂✨

Register today: https://ci2026chicago.org/

We’re excited to share that the ACI Alliance Board of Directors has appointed Carrie Spangler, AuD, as the organization’...
03/10/2026

We’re excited to share that the ACI Alliance Board of Directors has appointed Carrie Spangler, AuD, as the organization’s next Executive Director.

Carrie will be joining the ACI Alliance team at CI2026 in Chicago, May 6–9, and will officially step into the Executive Director role in mid-June.

Please join us in welcoming Carrie to the ACI Alliance community!

ACI Alliance and the Hearing Loss Association of America (Official Page) (HLAA) presented the inaugural Champion for Hea...
03/04/2026

ACI Alliance and the Hearing Loss Association of America (Official Page) (HLAA) presented the inaugural Champion for Hearing Health Award to Congressman Tom Barrett (R-MI) and Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) at a World Hearing Day reception on Capitol Hill, supported by Cochlear Americas. The award recognizes outstanding congressional leadership in advancing hearing health policy and expanding access to hearing care for all Americans. CI recipient and Veteran William Howard accepted the award on the Congressman’s behalf. https://www.acialliance.org/

Join us at CI2026 Chicago for a pre-conference workshop designed for professionals working in clinical settings who want...
03/03/2026

Join us at CI2026 Chicago for a pre-conference workshop designed for professionals working in clinical settings who want to explore and discuss adult rehabilitation for adult cochlear implant (CI) recipients. https://www.acialliance.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2033030&group=

📅 Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 9:00 AM
💲 $50 registration fee

World Hearing Day, led by the World Health Organization (WHO), shines a global spotlight on hearing loss and the importa...
03/03/2026

World Hearing Day, led by the World Health Organization (WHO), shines a global spotlight on hearing loss and the importance of ear and hearing care. 🌍👂

Learn more and get involved: https://www.acialliance.org/

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