Since 1876, the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) has been providing worldwide leadership in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. We're a powerful community of leaders with a strong voice and important mission.
AAIDD, (formerly AAMR -- American Association on Mental Retardation) is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals and citizens concerned about intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We're tireless promoters of progressive policies, sound research, effective practices and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
With membership over 5,000 strong in the United States and in 55 countries worldwide, AAIDD is the leader in advocating quality of life and rights for those with intellectual disabilities. Our top-tier member benefits such as professional training, publications and supports are created by and for professionals who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
As a member, you'll get the professional edge and network you need -- AAIDD members are an impressive group of dedicated professionals, boasting advanced degrees and extensive field experience.
AAIDD's Mission Statement
AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
AAIDD's Goals
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Enhance the capacity of professionals who work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Promote the development of a society that fully includes individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Sustain an effective, responsive, well managed, and responsibly-governed organization.
AAIDD's Principles
AAIDD's principles (or core values) that guide the achievement of its goals relative to its mission are to:
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Cultivate and provide leadership in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities that encompasses a diversity of disciplines, cultures, and perspectives.
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Enhance the skills, knowledge, rewards, and conditions of people currently working in the field and encourage promising students to pursue careers in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Advance the assurance of all human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including equality, individual dignity, choice, and respect.
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Promote genuine accommodations to expand participation in all aspects of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, opportunities for choice and self-determination, and access to quality health, education, vocational, and other human services and supports.
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Influence positive attitudes and public awareness to contributions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Establish partnerships and strategic alliances with organizations that share our values and goals.
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