Who We Are

AUCD is a diverse Network of practitioners, researchers, educators, people with disabilities, community advocates, and professionals.

AUCD Board

AUCD is governed by an 16-member Board of Directors. The Board is comprised entirely of AUCD Network members; there are 5 executive committee members, 5 at-large members, 5 council representatives, and 1 trainee representative. 

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AUCD Councils

The AUCD Board of Directors created five Councils to address issues and emerging topics related to core areas of focus. They meet annually at the AUCD Conference, serve as a mechanism for communication across AUCD Network members with similar interests and charges, and plan activities to support leaders from across the country.

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AUCD Staff

The AUCD staff is led by Executive Director John Tschida and consists of 21 full time staff, 5 COVID-19 Project Staff and 1 Policy Fellow, as well as a rich rotation of interns.

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AUCD SIGs

All AUCD Network members, including Emerging Leaders, are welcome to join one of many Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These groups provide Network members with opportunities to share information, engage in discussion, and generate new ideas to make a broader impact.

Learn more about SIGs.