The Council for Learning Disabilities (CLD) is an international organization that promotes evidence-based teaching, collaboration, research, leadership, an
The Council for Learning Disabilities (CLD) is an international organization that promotes evidence-based teaching, collaboration, research, leadership, and advocacy. CLD is comprised of professionals who represent diverse disciplines and are committed to enhancing the education and quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities and others who experience challenges in learning.
Our vision is to include all educators, researchers, administrators and support personnel to improve the education and quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities and others who experience challenges in learning.
Journal Publications
Learning Disability Quarterly (LDQ)
Presents scientifically-based research
Includes articles by nationally known authors
Intervention in School & Clinic (ISC)
Translates research into practice
Describes teaching tools for classroom use
LD Forum
Features articles that address current issues
Provides organizational information & actions
Professional Development
CLD members attend international and regional conferences to interact with top educators and researchers, as well as learn about the latest strategies for successfully teaching students with learning disabilities.
Networking Opportunities
CLD members receive peer support and have a chance to meet and communicate with other professionals throughout the country. Members are also welcome to join CLD committees and to participate in local and state chapters.
Subscription Opportunities
CLD members may subscribe to select professional journals at substantially reduced rates.
Participation in Advocacy in the Field
For more than 31 years, the Council for Learning Disabilities has fostered members’ professional growth by presenting information related to current issues and intervention practices and representing its members’ voices on critical issues that shape policy and reform practice in the field of learning disabilities.
CLD is a founding member of the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities (NJCLD), which provides an interdisciplinary forum to review issues affecting educational and governmental agencies.
CLD is a founding organization participating in the Coordinated Campaign on Learning Disabilities (CCLD), established to promote public awareness, early identification, and intervention.
