AUCD’s Community Inclusion Team supports the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) Network in partnership with the Administration for Community Living.
AUCD’s Maternal and Child Health Engagement supports the Autism CARES Programs, including LEND and DBP Programs.
AUCD’s Public Health Team works to create health promotion and public health efforts that include people with disabilities.
AUCD Emerging Leaders are a part of a community that includes trainees, early career professionals, self-advocates, and family members from AUCD member Centers and Programs.
AUCD 360 is a monthly newsletter highlighting news, initiatives, and events across the AUCD Network. Submitting an article to AUCD 360 is a great way for Network members to showcase activities, new research developments, trainee and faculty awards, events, and other accomplishments to the Network and others in the disabilities field.
Statement on the Bipartisan, Bicameral Reintroduction of the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act
AUCD applauds the bipartisan, bicameral reintroduction of the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act (TCIEA), which would help end the use of subminimum wages for people with disabilities and expand access to competitive integrated employment. The bill supports states and service providers in shifting to inclusive employment models where people with disabilities work alongside their peers, earn at least minimum wage, and have opportunities for advancement. University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs), located in every state and territory, play a key role in making this shift possible through research, training, partnerships, and systems change. AUCD urges Congress to pass this critical legislation and provide the resources needed for a full and equitable transition.
What’s Possible When Communication, Choice, and Community Come Together in Iowa?
Chyna Jenkins, a vibrant and determined young woman, uses assistive technology to express herself and live more independently, thanks to the support of her guardian Mickey King and a dedicated care team. After transitioning to community living with help from Iowa’s Money Follows the Person (MFP) program, Jenkins now enjoys greater freedom and control over her daily life. Her story, which highlights the power of communication, choice, and community to help create inclusive lives for individuals with disabilities, is featured in the latest issue of the Possibilities in Education and Training newsletter.
Submitting an article to AUCD 360 is a great way for Network members to showcase activities, new research developments, trainee and faculty awards, events, and other accomplishments.
