Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy
Pda North America
DEERFIELD, IL
Total revenue
$450K
Total expenses
$355K
Net assets
$105K
Grants received
$350
3 grants
EIN
884169070
Tax year
2024
Mission
Our mission is to provide advocacy, education, and resources to individuals who fit the pda profile of autism and their families along with the professionals who support them.
Programs
3 programs
Pda north america's live training events are held live virtual via zoom, full-day professional development trainings designed to educate clinicians, educators, and caregivers about pathological demand avoidance (pda). These interactive sessions feature expert-led presentations and question and answer sessions. Participants gain a deeper understanding of the pda profile and leave with practical tools and strategies for more compassionate, effective support. These events further our mission by expanding awareness, building professional capacity, and fostering inclusive environments for pda individuals.
Pda north americas regional workshops are targeted in-person events held in communities across the country to increase access to high-quality pda education and support. These full-day workshops are designed for families, educators, and professionals seeking practical strategies and a deeper understanding of pathological demand avoidance (pda). Workshops include presentations, interactive discussions, and opportunities for local networking. By bringing expert knowledge and lived experience directly to regional audiences, these workshops support our mission to raise awareness, empower caregivers, and promote inclusive practices for pda-identified individuals.
Pda north america offers a range of virtual services to expand access to information about pathological demand avoidance (pda). These include live webinars featuring expert speakers and lived-experience voices, pre-recorded offerings available on-demand, and customized sessions for community organizations. These flexible offerings allow participants to learn at their own pace or engage in real-time dialogue, helping to build capacity among professionals and caregivers. Through these programs, we further our mission to increase awareness, provide practical strategies, and support more inclusive, compassionate care for pda-identified individuals.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
5 listed
DIANE GOULD DEMARTEAU
PRESIDENT AND EXECTIVE DIRECTOR
$41K
30 hrs/wk
COLLEEN HANSON
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
GUY STEPHENS
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
FRANCIS SHAPIRO
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
PAUL JEAN LETOURNEAU
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
Grants received
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$350 from 2 funders · 3 grants · 2024
$250 · 2 grants · 2024
$100 · 1 grant · 2024