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Project

Baggett - GaLEND

Center:

GA-Center for Leadership in Disability at Georgia State University, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Mark Crenshaw
[email protected]
404-413-1385

Project Description:

The Georgia Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (GaLEND) program is an interdisciplinary, one-year training experience for future professionals, disability advocates, and family members. The curriculum incorporates didactic and experiential learning in classroom, clinical, and community settings. GaLEND prepares future leaders to enhance the lives of children and families through culturally competent/family-centered services, coordinated systems of care, and responsive social policies. GaLEND has an explicit focus on equity and access to help eliminate disparities of individuals with autism and related disabilities. Past GaLEND trainees have moved on to positions at CDC, universities, state agencies, and advocacy organizations.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Child Care-Related Activities, Health-Related Activities, Other - Leadership

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State

Funding Source:

Federal

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A