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Mission, Vision, and Core Functions
Mission
We will work collaboratively to promote advocacy, capacity building, and systems change to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities and their families.
Vision
We will promote interdisciplinary collaboration across academic and community settings, have a life span focus, and serve as a resource for public policy development through the dissemination of research findings and information about best practices.
Core Functions
- Our research develops new knowledge for persons with disabilities, allowing them to lead satisfying lives across their lifespan. For more information, visit Core Function: Research.
- Our training programs prepare individuals to respond to the needs of persons with disabilities. For more information, visit Core Function: Interdisciplinary Pre-Service Preparation and Continuing Education.
- Our community services training and technical assistance to persons with disabilities and their families, community members, and to professionals in fields ranging from business to health care. For more information, visit Core Function: Community Services - Training, Technical Assistance, and Services.
- Our information sharing disseminates disability-related information and research findings to the broad community of individuals, families, and professionals. For more information, visit Core Function: Dissemination.