Celebrating Growth. Building Community. Honoring 50 Years of Inclusion.

As we prepare to celebrate our 50th Anniversary Conference – “50 Years of Inclusion: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Future”, we are excited to share growth in membership engagement and outreach across Texas.

Membership Growth

The Membership Committee is proud to report a 25% increase in new memberships from January 2025 to January 2026. This growth reflects the strength of our professional network and the shared commitment to advancing support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Thank you to everyone who has renewed, referred colleagues, and encouraged new members to join our Chapter.

Why Membership Matters – Support for every Discipline 

AAIDD Texas Chapter membership supports a broad and diverse community:

Professionals

• For providers, administrators, clinicians, educators, LIDDAs, and advocates:

• Access to webinars, research, and evidence-based tools

• Networking with interdisciplinary leaders

• Legislative and policy updates impacting IDD services

• Professional development and CEU opportunities

• Visibility and leadership opportunities within the field

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Families

• Access to trusted information and resources

• Opportunities to connect with experienced professionals and other families

• Education sessions focused on advocacy, services, and system navigation

• Community belonging within a statewide network

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Students

• Reduced membership rates

• Networking with professionals and potential employers

• Leadership and mentorship opportunities

• Exposure to current research, best practices, and career pathways

 

50th Anniversary Conference – Member Discount
 

Members receive a discounted registration rate for our 50th Anniversary Conference. If you are not yet a member, now is the perfect time to join and take advantage of savings while celebrating five decades of leadership in Texas.

Join. Renew. Engage.

Whether you are a professional, family member, student, or community partner, your membership strengthens our collective voice across Texas.

Together, we continue to honor the past, celebrate progress, and build the future.

True inclusion goes beyond access—it fosters connection, dignity, purpose, and shared responsibility. When belonging is present, people feel safe, heard, and empowered to shape their own lives and the communities around them.

Join today and celebrate 50 years with us!