We support disability research, provide workforce training, and create an equitable future for all.
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is a national association that supports Network members in their research, training, education, and service so that together, AUCD and Network members can promote the quality of life, health, and well-being of people with disabilities.
About Us
AUCD is a diverse Network of practitioners, researchers, educators, Emerging Leaders, people with disabilities, community advocates, and professionals.
AUCD is a strong presence in every U.S. state and territory and grows leaders with the skills and dedication to make a difference throughout the world.
AUCD promotes equity, where all people—regardless of disability, race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, and age—have access to a satisfying quality of life.
The AUCD Network provided technical assistance to nearly 2 million people and organizations. More than 750,000 received continuing education and 155,000 families received clinical services such as an assessment or therapy.
The AUCD Network produced more than 12,700 expert products including newsletters, books and book chapters, conference presentations, academic and online courses, fact sheets, and press communications.
The AUCD Network trained 5,046 trainees in more than 48 disciplines such as audiology, physical therapy, social work, dentistry, child development, early intervention, amongst others.
All figures based on 2023 data.
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The Wisconsin Integrated Transition Planning Project Facilitates Access to Resources for Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Plan for Adulthood
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The State of the Art Conference
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Utah State UCEDD Highlights Cache County MEICHV Program to Support Parents of Young Children with IDD
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AUCD 2024 Conference
The AUCD Conference brings together more than 1,100 researchers, policymakers, practitioners, professionals, advocates, community leaders, and ...
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ArizonaLEND Alum Dan Combs is Doing Amazing Work Assisting Young Down Syndrome Patients to Getting Good Sleep
ArizonaLEND is so proud of the work Dan Combs, MD (ArizonaLEND Alum 2012-2013) is doing around helping children with Down Syndrome get good quality ...
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Data Coordinator Quarterly Call (2/27/2025)
This webinar will provide a review of updates to NIRS for the new program reporting year, updates supporting federal reporting requirements, and ...
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