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Employers’ Perspectives on Individuals With IDD in Community Integrated Employment Settings – A Scoping Review

 1 EMPLOYERS PERSPECTIVES SCOPING REVIEW Abstract Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), experience high rates of unemployment and underemployment. Although research often focuses on job training and preparing people with IDD for work, fewer address the perspectives of the employers toward the employment of people with IDD. In this scoping review, research on the perspectives of employers of individuals with IDD working in community integrated employment

https://www.aaidd.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/employers-perspectives-on-individuals-with-idd-in-community-integrated-employment-settings--a-scoping-review.pdf?sfvrsn=4c873a21_0

AAIDD Announces Amy Hewitt as the Next Editor of IDD

Silver Spring, MD (January 10, 2022) The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Amy S. Hewitt, PhD, FAAIDD, to a 4-year term as the next Editor of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD, concerned with intellectual and developmental disabilities. AAIDD advocates for the equality, dignity, and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and for their full

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2023/01/10/aaidd-announces-amy-hewitt-as-the-next-editor-of-idd

AAIDD Announces Its 2015 Fellows

, DC) The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) is pleased, with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and for their full inclusion and participation, contribution to the field of intellectual disability. The newest Fellows are: Elaine C. Brown, PhD, of Mental Health, Division of Developmental Disabilities David Morstad, MEd, Bethesda, . Founded in 1876, AAIDD is the oldest professional association concerned with intellectual

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2015/01/09/aaidd-announces-its-2015-fellows

Gaventa Address Now Available

AAIDD Presidential Address Available The Presidential Address delivered at the 140th Annual Meeting of the AAIDD by President of the Board, William Gaventa on June 6, 2016 has been published in the December 2016 issue of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). See a PDF of the article here or view via the online journal platform at no cost. AAIDD Presidential Addresses issued since 1997 are available here

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2016/11/30/gaventa-address-now-available

Proposals Sought for 2019 AAIDD Conference

-breaking research, practice, and policy in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities, in intellectual and developmental disabilities. The 143rd annual meeting will continue this tradition, , and policy initiatives that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, edge research to scale to achieve maximum impact on the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, families, and our community. • Feature panel presentations, poster

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2018/09/19/proposals-sought-for-2019-aaidd-conference

Promoting Community Participation for LGBTQ+ Adults with IDD

Presenters: -Elizabeth K. Schmidt, PhD, Lincoln Memorial University - Jess Bauzá de García, MOT, LAUREL -Fran Hladysz, MASS -Oscar Hughes, MEd, Boston University Join us to hear about the lives of LGBTQIA+ people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn more about barriers and supports for their community participation and engagement. Speakers will share their research findings and recommendations for researchers, healthcare and disability service providers, educators

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2023/05/31/default-calendar/promoting-community-participation-for-lgbtq-adults-with-idd

Assessment for Transition Planning

Presented in collaboration with the AAIDD Education Interest Network Event Type: Webinar Date: February 16, 2022 Time: 4:00 PM (EST) Description: Transition Assessment is a critical part of the transition planning process for students with disabilities. Unfortunately, finding valid, reliable, and appropriate transition assessment for students with an intellectual or developmental disability can be difficult. This webinar will review the requirements of transition assessment

https://www.aaidd.org/education/events/2022/02/16/default-calendar/assessment-for-transition-planning

Supporting Adults with IDD to Safely Engage in Online Social Relationships

Social media, dating app, and internet use can be beneficial for connecting with others. It can also be risky. In this webinar, you will learn strategies and resources to assist adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) in safely navigating these platforms to create and m aintain meaningful relationships. Presented by: Mary Jo Krile, PhD, University of Kentucky Watch Webinar video archive (available to members only)

https://www.aaidd.org/education/events/2021/09/29/default-calendar/supporting-adults-with-idd-to-safely-engage-in-online-social-relationships

Still Coping with COVID: the Mental Health Effects of the Pandemic on People with IDD

Time: 4:00 pm ET Description: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect everyone’s lives, but the effects on people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can be especially difficult for them. In this webinar, Karyn Harvey, PhD, explores the pandemic’s mental health effects on people with IDD, and how a trauma-informed care approach can be used to assist coping with COVID-19. Presented by: Karyn Harvey, PhD, The Park Avenue Group Watch the Recording Here

https://www.aaidd.org/education/events/2021/10/26/default-calendar/still-coping-with-covid-the-mental-health-effects-of-the-pandemic-on-people-with-idd

AJIDD Call for Papers

December 4, 2023 (Silver Spring, MD) The American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AJIDD) seeks high-quality research articles on bio-psycho-social processes and their role in the healthy development and behavioral outcomes for people with IDD across the lifespan. For more information, contact the AJIDD editor Frank Symons or see AJIDD author instructions

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2023/12/04/ajidd-call-for-papers

Violent Crime & Sexual Violence: Victimization, Prevalence and Risk Reduction for People with IDD

Presenters: - Roger J. Stancliffe, PhD, MA, FAAIDD, University of Minnesota - Beverly L. Frantz, PhD, MS, Temple University Attendees will learn about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as victims/survivors of violent crime including sexual violence. Issues covered include prevalence, people from underserved communities, sexual victimization, consequences of victimization, victim compensation, and risk reduction. Watch recording here The Webinar Archive

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2024/08/15/default-calendar/violent-crime-sexual-violence-victimization-prevalence-and-risk-reduction-for-people-with-idd

Understanding Natural Supports in Diverse Adults with IDD

Presenters: -Kelli Sanderson, PhD, California State University, Long Beach -Meghan Burke, PhD, Vanderbilt University During this webinar, attendees will learn about natural supports used by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including who provides natural support and variables associated with increased natural supports. Watch recording here The Webinar Archive is an AAIDD

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2024/11/12/default-calendar/understanding-natural-supports-in-diverse-adults-with-idd

Person-Centered Care for Cancer Patients with IDD

Presenters: -Melissa Levin, MSW -Indira Shenoy, MBA -Margaret Stein, MS A panel from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute will discuss their pioneering efforts to establish comprehensive, system-wide supports for cancer patients with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. They will also reflect on the critical role of partnering with the disability community in designing, implementing, and evaluating these essential supports. Watch recording here The Webinar Archive

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2025/02/10/default-calendar/person-centered-care-for-cancer-patients-with-idd

AAIDD Journals to Move to Taylor & Francis Platform in 2026

: All AAIDD Journals to Become Online Only The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) announces that it will move the operations of its three premier journals, American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and Inclusion, to Taylor & Francis. This transition will also mark the end of hard copy, , AAIDD is the oldest professional association concerned with intellectual and developmental

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2025/02/19/aaidd-journals-to-move-to-taylor-francis-platform-in-2026

Direct Support Workforce Solutions: Strategies for Individual and Collective Action Toward Workforce Stability

Presenters: - Amy Hewitt, PhD, FAAIDD, University of Minnesota - Susan O'Nell, University of Minnesota In this webinar, the authors of the newly published book, Direct Support Workforce Solutions: A Guidebook of Strategies for Individual and Collective Action Toward Workforce Stability, address the critical issues affecting both the direct support workforce and providers supporting community living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Register Here

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2025/08/07/default-calendar/direct-support-workforce-solutions-strategies-for-individual-and-collective-action-toward-workforce-stability

SIS reflects the strides society has made

for people with intellectual disabilities have changed dramatically over the last 50 years. Prior to the 1950s it was accepted as inevitable that adults with intellectual disabilities who lacked the skills, . Times have changed. Today people with intellectual disabilities receive supports that enable them, in community settings, it is expected that people with intellectual disabilities are able to work, (Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990). It is not only realistic to expect people with intellectual

https://www.aaidd.org/docs/default-source/about-aaidd/sis-reflects-the-strides-society-has-made.pdf?sfvrsn=f930661b_0

Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities

Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities, on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 900Silver Spring, MD, and Research Briefs FAQS Contact Us Order SIS DABS DABS Literature Intellectual Disability Historical Context Criteria FAQs on Intellectual Disability Intersectionality, Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities AAIDD is a member organization of the Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities (CCD). CCD is a coalition of approximately 100

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/policy/consortium-for-citizens-with-disabilities

AAIDD Online Learning: Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Intellectual Disability and Mental Health

AAIDD Online Learning: Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Intellectual Disability and Mental Health, AAIDD Online Learning Course: Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Intellectual Disability and Mental Health In the past it was thought that people with intellectual disabilities could not have mental illnesses. As a result, people with disabilities were not evaluated or treated for mental health conditions. Today we know that people with intellectual disabilities can and do suffer from mental, , the term dual diagnosis refers specifically to people who have both an intellectual disability as well

https://www.aaidd.org/education/event-details/2017/01/16/default-calendar/understanding-dual-diagnosis-intellectual-disability-and-mental-health

Legislative Goals

, and benefits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Millions of people, on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) American Network of Community Options and Resources, and Research Briefs FAQS Contact Us Order SIS DABS DABS Literature Intellectual Disability Historical Context Criteria FAQs on Intellectual Disability Intersectionality, AAIDD and other national organizations that work for and with people with intellectual

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AAIDD Announces its 2013-2014 Board of Directors

professional association concerned with intellectual and developmental disabilities. AAIDD advocates, March 6, 2013, Washington, DC The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) is extremely pleased to announce its 2013–2014 Board of Directors, effective July 1, University Center on Developmental Disabilities, Lawrence, Kansas Secretary-Treasurer: Patti N, in Developmental Disabilities At-Large Members: Loui Lord Nelson, PhD, FAAIDD Post-doctoral Fellow

https://www.aaidd.org/news-policy/news/article/2013/03/06/aaidd-announces-its-2013-2014-board-of-directors
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