2020 AUCD Annual Report

Ways AUCD Made a Difference in 2020

As the country responded to the COVID-19 emergency, the needs of and impact on people with disabilities may not have been a clear part of the narrative. People with disabilities did not had enough attention, protection, and relief during the pandemic. AUCD was a primary source of expertise to elevate the needs and helped guide the response. In this report, we showcase the work AUCD and its Network members accomplished throughout 2020. 

Coalition Work/National Coalition Work

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Provisions

Social Media Campaigns

2020 Data

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In FY20, over 1.9 million people and organizations received technical assistance from AUCD Network members, over 750,000 received continuing education, and over 155,000 families received clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations for developmental disabilities, therapies, and more. 

In 2020, the AUCD Network collectively trained 4,289 trainees in over 47 different disciplines. 34% of trainees were enrolled in allied health disciplines such as audiology, health administration, physical therapy, and social work. 30% of FY20 trainees were enrolled in health disciplines such as dentistry, genetics, medicine, or nursing. 24% of trainees were enrolled in general studies disciplines such as disability studies, family advocacy, child development, law, pastoral care, or are a person with a disability. 13% of trainees were enrolled in education disciplines such as early intervention, general education, or special education.

Every year, the AUCD Network of programs graduates over 4,200 leaders in their respective health, allied health, general studies, and education fields. These trainees have engaged in intensive, curricular and research experiences in order to increase their knowledge and grow their leadership skills, and many more who have engaged with our programs in shorter term experiences.


2020 Financials