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What they Say about Pointing it Out

“Pointing It Out' makes a significant contribution to the field of AAC*by touching upon issues that are universal in nature and uphold the principles mentioned in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It will be of great value to members of the AAC community,worldwide.”

Sudha Kaul, Ph.D., President, International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC). NGO with a special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations

“Pointing It Out focuses on strategies for increasing personal safety,healthy relationships, access to community resources, and self-determination through the experiences and voices of AAC users themselves.It's about time!”

Pat Mirenda, Ph.D., University of British Columbia

“Pointing it Out makes a unique contribution in that it is by peoplewho use AAC and is for people who use AAC.Professionals will learn a great deal by listening to the perspectives and recommendations of individuals who use AAC.This is definitely a “must have”resource for anyone who supports people who use AAC!”

Janice Light, Ph.D., Penn State University

“Until now,we haven't had a resource that helps people who use AAC maintain their dignity by teaching everyone,including personal attendants, health care professionals,counselors,social workers,legal professionals and police,what dignity means!”

Melanie Fried-Oken, Ph.D., Oregon Health & Science University

*Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) refers to communication systems used by people who have severe speech impairments. These systems include communication displays and/or electronic devices.