Consider membership with DEC, the organization for those working with young children with disabilities. DEC works hard to provide our members with the resources and support that allow them meet the challenges they face in early intervention and early childhood special education. Our members receive an amazing package of benefits including:

Journal of Early Intervention
This leading early childhood research journal is focused on issues relevant to young children with disabilities and their families. Members receive JEI four times a year. Click here to view a sample issue.

Young Exceptional Children
This highly acclaimed journal is filled with practical, read-to-use resources, and information about recommended practices. Members receive YEC four times a year. Click here to view a sample issue.

Children's Action Network
DEC members have a voice in public policy. Receive updates on legislation, take advantage of opportunities to engage in advocacy efforts, and become involved in shaping policy that affects young children and families.

Professional Development
Learn something new at DEC's Annual International Conference on Young Children with Special Needs and Their Families, DEC regional training events and DEC technical assistance calls.

$$$ Saving
DEC members receive discounted conference and training registration and a 10% discount on products ordered off DEC's web site.

Local Connections
DEC Subdivisions connect members with colleagues in state and provincial groups that offer resources and support related to local interests.

Innovative Publications
DEC publications are developed in collaboration with leaders in the field and members. Both the Recommended Practices and Monograph series offer practitioners and family members strategies that work and ideas that challenge the field.

A Network of Support
Connect with colleagues to learn more about early childhood special education. Participate in listservs, discussion groups, and forums with other professionals and family members.

An Opportunity to Share Expertise
Use DEC as a forum to share your research findings, present intriguing new ideas, and disseminate your work. Share your knowledge at the annual conference, regional training events, and in DEC publications.

International Resources
Be part of DEC and you will become part of a network of professionals and families from all over the world. Learn more about collaborative activities that impact your work and find out how you can learn from international colleagues.

Answers
Take advantage of the expertise of DEC members to find answers to your questions about young children with special needs. ASK DEC or dec@dec-sped.org, is a great resource for parents, professionals, and students, administrators and policy makers that offers quick access to DEC via email.

All CEC benefits
DEC members are also members of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), click here to learn more about additional CEC member benefits.