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About Emerging Leaders Community

Every year, AUCD welcomes thousands of Emerging Leaders to the Network that share all AUCD members’ commitment to empowering rising professionals in the disability field. We are excited to have this space just for you!   The Emerging Leaders Community is a space dedicated to current and past trainees from AUCD member centers and programs, early career professionals from health and related disciplines, including self-advocates and family members. This group of passionate individuals from every U.S. state and territory grows by the thousands each year. Together, this Emerging Leaders Community shares a passion to serve, research, and educate to make positive changes with and for people with disabilities and their families. 

Visit the Emerging Leaders Community Website

Learn, Connect, Get Involved, and Grow

The AUCD Network is proud to be your professional home—a place where you can learn about the issues, connect with others, get involved, and grow as a leader, with the goal of positively impacting the lives of people with disabilities and their families.

Check out Emerging Leaders Community leadership opportunities and join the ELC Community for updates on ELC news, events, and exciting opportunities! 

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