
Webinar: Speaking Up, Standing Strong: Advocacy and Leadership for Families, Educators, and Allies
𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞!! Monday December 8th at 6:00 PM EST. Register with the link below to watch live or to receive the replay.
LDA has provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make LDA the leading resource for information on learning disabilities.

𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞!! Monday December 8th at 6:00 PM EST. Register with the link below to watch live or to receive the replay.

Dyslexia is often misunderstood, leaving parents unsure of what it really means for their child. In this free webinar, Dr. Brennan Chandler — professor, researcher, and dyslexia specialist — will explain what dyslexia is (and isn’t), outline common learning profiles, and share what research says helps children, adolescents, and adults

Join us for a fun and supportive afternoon designed for families, educators, and professionals in the learning disabilities community!

Dyslexia is often misunderstood, leaving parents unsure of what it really means for their child. Join our September Webinar to learn more.

Phip Ross The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Phip Ross with the 2026 Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award at LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis. The award, named in honor of Dr. Samuel Kirk, a pioneer in the field of learning disabilities,

The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) will honor Dr. Nancy Mather with The LDA Award at LDA’s 63rd Annual International Conference in St. Louis, MO. This award is the highest honor given by LDA, and is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding leadership, support and dedication in the

Learning Disabilities Association of America Announces Leadership Transition – CEO Cindy Cipoletti to Step Down by End of February 2026 PITTSBURGH, Pa. — October 30, 2025 — After six years of leadership, Cindy Cipoletti, Chief Executive Officer of the Learning Disabilities Association of America, announced that she will step down

The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has been monitoring the government shut-down and the recent reports that nearly all staff at the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) have been notified of termination. This is deeply troubling for the millions of children with learning disabilities who depend on the

This webinar is for parents, educators, community health workers, policy makers and anyone else who wants to protect children’s brain health and learning potential. Hear from parents and lawmakers on how lead has impacted them in their state, current legislation, and how you can take action. Co-hosted by the Ecology

We have the opportunity to reduce cases of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions by banning the use of chemicals that can harm children’s brains, reducing air pollution, and keeping plastics away from food and drink. The following is a guest blog from Project TENDR.
A daily staple for many families, rice has hidden health risks. The Learning Disabilities Association participated in another food testing project with Healthy Babies Bright Futures and other partners. LDA helped submit rice samples from Arkansas, Maine, and South Carolina. In total, 145 samples of rice were tested and 100%
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they do not break down. PFAS chemicals are linked to many health effects including cancer, immune suppression, and may also make vaccines