Become an Ambassador for CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” Program

CDC has announced a funding opportunity for state and territorial “ambassadors” for its Learn the Signs. Act Early. Program. The program aims to improve early identification of developmental delays and disabilities, including autism, by promoting parent-engaged developmental monitoring (regularly tracking milestones) so children and their families can get the services and support they need as early as possible.

Act Early ambassadors work to—

• Promote resources and materials that support developmental monitoring in systems that serve young children and their families
• Serve as state or territorial representatives of the program
• Support the work of Act Early teams and other state or territorial or national initiatives

There are 42 available “ambassadorships” for selected states and territories. Find out if your state or territory is eligible and apply for the program!  

Learn more about the program, a collaboration between CDC’s National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities and the Association of University Centers on Disabilities.

Applications are due January 18, 2019.