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Young Adult Leadership Council
...the civil rights of disabled students by mobilizing advocates nationwide to amplify their voices during the COVID crisis and beyond, ensuring their needs and concerns are informing policy. Taking the...Read More
Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez
Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez serves as the Chief Executive Officer at the National Center for Learning Disabilities, where she leads a team at the forefront of the learning disabilities rights movement....Read More
A Letter from the CEO: Celebrating Change and Abundance
...the disability rights movement. We are committed to creating more inclusive futures for school-aged students and young adults with learning disabilities. Just like the leaves transform into a breathtaking tapestry...Read More
Lindsay Kubatzky
...to generate, develop, and implement federal policy initiatives that protect the rights of individuals with disabilities and advance their opportunities. Lindsay’s journey at NCLD began as a policy research associate,...Read More
Shayna Harris, M.S.W.
...lifespan, reflecting her deep commitment to supporting and advocating for the rights of those with learning disabilities. Outside of her professional pursuits, Shayna enjoys exploring her passions and interests. She...Read More
Igniting Innovation for Individuals with LD
NCLD has worked for 45 years to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools, and advocating for equal rights and opportunities....Read More
All about SLDs, IEPs, and IDEA
...understanding of SLDs and the essential rights that students with LD with an IEP and their families have. IDEA is essential for fostering an inclusive and equitable educational environment. By...Read More
Angeline Pino
She/Her/Hers College/University: Davidson College; Nova Southeastern University Major/Minor/Areas of Focus: English; Masters in speech Language Pathology Hometown: Miami, Florida Hobbies/Interests: Foreign languages, volunteering, human rights, disability access, and service...Read More
Addressing Critical Teacher Shortages – Insights and Strategies with the Learning Policy Institute
...National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), alongside other leaders in education and disability rights, the event shed light on the pressing issue of teacher shortages, particularly exacerbated by the challenges...Read More