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The award will be given to individual researchers or research teams whose work has substantially contributed to: (a) special education research and (b) improving the educational experiences and outcomes of students with disabilities.

This award recognizes rigorous research by individuals or teams that has contributed to: (a) better understanding and/or improving educational access, experiences, and outcomes of BIPOC students with disabilities.

This award recognizes high-quality research across multiple research methodologies conducted by students in the course of their undergraduate or graduate special education training program.

This award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding scientific contributions in special education, in basic and/ or applied research, within the first 10 years following receipt of the doctoral degree. Nominations are sought across all areas of Special Education as well as all forms of research methodology.

The Yes I Can Awards were established to acknowledge the achievements of children and youth with disabilities; to overcome barriers caused by disabilities or public misconceptions; to encourage children and youth with disabilities to seek their highest potential; and to increase awareness of the abilities, aspirations, and personal qualities of people with disabilities.

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professional association of educators dedicated to cultivating, supporting, and empowering education professionals who work with individuals with disabilities by: Advocating for education professionals and for individuals with disabilities, and/or gifts and talents Advancing professional practice and scholarly research Promoting diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accessibility Building networks, partnerships, and communities

This award honors individuals who embody DADD values and work to address and break down systemic inequities based on disability and other marginalized identities. The recipient will have a track record of promoting social justice through their actions, both personally and professionally, making a lasting impact on autistic students/students with autism, intellectual disability, and/or other developmental disabilities.

Given to someone who is beginning their career and showing promise as a researcher. Individuals who finished their doctoral work less than 5 years ago are eligible. These nominees must be contributing to research related to students with autism, intellectual disability, and other developmental disabilities in a significant way.