Education
Education is the cornerstone of realizing the ADA’s goals of full participation, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and equal opportunity. AAPD is committed to promoting access to education from preschool through post-graduate work. We take a comprehensive approach to educational access, including advocacy, partnerships with educational institutions, and programs designed to break down barriers to education.
Legislation and Policy
Access to education requires thoughtful, robust engagement in policy. AAPD works with a broad coalition that includes civil rights groups, educators to promote education policy that benefits students with disabilities. Learn more.
Higher Education Project
AAPD’s Higher Education Project promotes accessibility and inclusion in higher education; partners with institutions of higher learning to improve educational opportunities for students with disabilities; and works with students and professionals to foster peer networks and create access to resources. Learn more.
Safe Schools
Students with disabilities are bullied and harassed at a much higher rate than their peers. A recent study by the National Center for Education Statistics indicates that, in reality, up to 85 percent of students with disabilities experience bullying. Students cannot be expected to learn in an environment of fear. To promote access to educational opportunity, AAPD works to make schools safer places for students. Learn more.
Scholarships
AAPD seeks to make higher education affordable for all individuals with disabilities. AAPD is working with NBCUniversal to promote access to higher education by helping to eliminate the funding barriers people with disabilities face when seeking higher education. Learn More.
Latest News
- NGA Chair Governor Jack Markell (DE) Releases Blueprint on the Employment of People with Disabilities
AAPD Press Team | 08/02/2013
- AAPD President and CEO Mark Perriello’s remarks at the Justice for All (JFA) awards
AAPD Press Team | 07/23/2013
