The Association of Public and Private Developmental Disabilities Administrators is a not-for-profit professional organization founded in 1970 in the State of Washington.

The primary purpose of the Association is to address the needs of people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities. Our focus and efforts include:

• Member education and information services

• Promotion and recognition of excellence in service management and delivery

• Development of member networks and other supports

• Representation of members' views through advocacy efforts

• Promotion and recognition of research in mental retardation and other developmental disabilities

• Public education and awareness

Mission

The Association of Public and Private Developmental Disabilities Administrators is devoted to the support of administrators of public residential programs as well as other individual with interests in the field of mental retardation and other developmental disabilities. The Association supports the continuous improvement of a comprehensive array of individual and accessible services designed to enhance the quality of life for persons with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.

APDDA envisions a future in which it is known as an important professional association, making significant contributions to the field of mental retardation and developmental disabilities in the following specific areas:

• Advocacy

• Collaboration

• Education

• Management

• Research

• Marketing

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