Communication Access

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan to ensure all people have a means of communication which allows their fullest participation in the wider world; and that their communication is heeded by others.

Community Living

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan to expand the provision of person-centered, long term supports and individualized choice for community living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in every state. Conducts the selection process for the annual Larry J. Brumond Supported Relationships Award.

Diversity and Social Impact

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan focused on policy as it concerns people with disabilities with diverse backgrounds and increase the diversity of TASH membership. Conducts the selection process for the annual Ralph Edwards Diversity and Social Impact Award.

Employment

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan to increase the employment rate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and eliminate federally sanctioned sub-minimum wages. Conducts the selection process for the annual Marc Gold Employment Award.

Human Rights

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan to affect policies concerning the human rights of peoples with disabilities, such as conservatorship/guardianship, restraints and seclusion, and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Inclusive Education

Develops and implements an annual Work Plan to increase the placement of students with disabilities in inclusive education settings and use of high quality inclusive education practices as intended in IDEA and ESSA. Conducts the selection process for the annual June Downing Breakthroughs in Inclusive Education and the Positive Behavioral Supports Awards.

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