About DSHPSHWA

Founded in 1985, DSHPSHWA is dedicated to advancing the field of speech, language, and hearing within public health and welfare. We strive to improve programs, promote innovative research, and foster professional development to enhance the diagnosis, treatment, and care for individuals affected by these conditions, particularly children, ensuring comprehensive support and progress in public health initiatives.

Directors of Speech & Hearing Programs in State Health & Welfare have played a pivotal role for 30+ years, overseeing initiatives to address communication disorders. We advocate for early detection, treatment, and equitable access to services, while also shaping policy to enhance community health and welfare.

• JCIH - Joint Commission on Infant Hearing http://www.jcih.org/
• HCEC - Health Care Economics Committee https://www.asha.org/about/
• AQC - Audiology Quality Consortium https://audiologyquality.org/
• DHHA - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Alliance https://dhha.info/
• EHDI - National Network:
  • ICC - Implementation and Change Center 
  • FL3 - Family Leadership in Language and Learning https://handsandvoices.org/fl3/
  • PEC - Provider Education Center 
• NCHAM - National Center for Hearing Assessment and Management https://www.infanthearing.org/