For individuals who are not successfully using verbal speech as their primary form of communication, it is essential for educators and supporters to consider augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) options. Helping learners use AAC effectively requires a collaborative effort and a commitment to overcoming barriers. This session explores how to build environments that empower individuals of all abilities to communicate meaningfully using AAC. The session will discuss factors related

The Michigan POHI/SXI Conference is an annual, state-wide, professional development event: This unique conference targets the professional development, skills training, and person-to-person networking needs of educators, therapists, and parents who are involved with providing programs and services to children who have physical impairments (PI), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), severe multiple impairments (SXI), and/or other health impairments (OHI). The training that is provided at this