Policy

AAIDD Promotes Progressive Public Policies

AAIDD shares the most current and cutting edge evidence-based information to inform public policy.

Works with other disability organizations to educate policy makers on the impact laws and regulations can have on people with disabilities.
Hosts webinars that focus on issues that affect the lives of people with IDD.
Co-sponsors conferences and meetings on public policy issues.
Provides authoritative scholarly and clinical information to judges (amicus curiae briefs) in cases important to people with IDD.
Increases awareness of best practices and policies among those outside the field through its editorials, interviews, and press releases.
Communicates its vision for a fully inclusive society through its position statements.

Serve on national advisory committees.
Provide technical assistance to support national initiatives.
Speak at events organized by others to raise awareness of important public policy issues.
Provide input to federal agencies whose programs impact the lives of people with disabilities and their families.
Educate policy makers on the impact laws and regulations can have on people with IDD.