SPaN works to enhance the professional growth and development
of its members and to act as a primary resource for advocates.
Purpose of the organization
Develop and promote standards
for practicing advocates
Promote the recognition of advocacy
as a profession
Provide its members with professional information
needed to assist clients adequately and appropriately
Provide
workshops, training and professional information on issues related to special education
Provide its members with opportunities for continuing education and professional development
Provide a forum where advocates can discuss common needs and share and disseminate
information
Help advocates establish sound business practices
Enable peer support among advocates
Provide information about governmental activities, both federal and state, that impact special
education law
Develop and maintain a collegial, collaborative
and cooperative relationship with public and private agencies which are concerned about special education
Publish a newsletter
Provide
the public with a list of special education advocates
Offer
telephone information and referral for parents and professionals
Encourage
members to sit on various statewide advisory boards
