What We Do

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Early Intervention

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Schools and Post Secondary

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Health Promotion

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Leadership and Community Support

  • Sep
    4
    CT Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities
    UConn UCEDD 270 Farmington Ave Farmington Suite 181
    ALL DAY

    The University of Connecticut Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (CT LEND) program is a one-year interdisciplinary leadership training program for persons with disabilities, family members, practicing professionals and graduate students at UConn and other Connecticut universities. 

  • Sep
    12
    Nothing About Us Without Us (People First Of CT theme)
    Bristol Double Tree Hotel
    ALL DAY

    People First of Connecticut will sponsor its annual conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Bristol, Connecticut, on Saturday, September 12.
    This is a conference produced by self-advocates for self-advocates (and their friends!)
    The theme of the conference is Nothing About Us Without Us and the keynote speakers will be Scott Masson and Lauren Traceski. They will share their journey through marriage and adult life.
    Register to attend. Space is limited.

  • Sep
    17
    CT Aspiring Leaders Academy
    Virtual
    5:30 PM

    The purpose of this academy is to develop leaders who will provide innovative and sustained leadership to the Connecticut special education system. 

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AUCD Executive Director Appointment Announcement Kimberly Knackstedt, PhD
Following a national search conducted by the AUCD Search Committee and supported by ProFound Executive Search, The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is pleased to welcome Kimberly Knackstedt as its new Executive Director, effective September 1, 2026. This milestone reflects AUCD’s ongoing commitment to amplify and advance the work of the AUCD Network to improve quality of life for people with developmental and other disabilities and their families.
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