State Policy/Initiative

NC Association of People Supporting Employment First (NC ASPE)

"NC APSE is one of the oldest and most well established state chapters of national APSE. Serving, NC since 1994, NC APSE provides training and technical assistance, advocacy and support to increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities who are citizens of NC.

NC APSE:

  • Promotes the expansion of supported employment and customized employment services in NC;
  • Provides training opportunities for supported employment professionals; organizations, employers and individuals receiving supported employment services;
  • Educates the state legislature and local policy makers regarding issues that impact supported employment services;
  • Advocates for the use of “evidence based practices” in the delivery of supported employment and customized employment services and;
  • Collaborates and partners with organizations and individuals who share our mission and values."

Links:

NC Association of People Supporting Employment First (NC ASPE)