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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPECIAL EDU

MESA, AZ · EIN 431974089 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE B60 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · iase.org
revenue
$42K
expenses
$24K
net assets
$169K
employees
mission · from form 990

IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE AND SERVICE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS INDIVIDUALS

profile · synthesized from sources

The International Association of Special Education (IASE) is a global organization dedicated to improving the quality of education for individuals with special needs. It serves educators and professionals in the field of special education through international conferences, collaborative projects, and virtual dialogues. IASE aims to promote inclusive education practices and support services across various countries.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Biennial Conference
Hosts international conferences to share knowledge and practices in special education, bringing together educators and professionals from around the world.
National Chairs Project
Supports the establishment of national representatives to enhance communication and collaboration in special education across countries.
Virtual Dialogues
Facilitates online discussions and presentations on topics related to special education, featuring speakers from various countries.
Volunteer Service Projects (VSP)
Engages members in service projects aimed at supporting individuals with special needs in various communities.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • International Disability Advocacy Conferences & Competitions 6 activities
    • Advocating for Inclusive Education
      The organization participates in international forums, such as the World Congress on Inclusive Education, to advocate for inclusive education practices.
    • Conducting Virtual Dialogues
      The organization hosts virtual dialogues featuring presentations from national chairs and discussions on topics such as "Growing up with a Disability: Challenges and Accomplishments," with participants from various countries.
    • Conducting Virtual Dialogues
      The organization hosts virtual dialogues featuring presentations from national chairs and participants from various countries, focusing on topics related to disability and special education.
    • Organizing Biennial International Conferences
      The organization hosts biennial international conferences in various global locations, bringing together delegates from numerous countries to share knowledge and research on disability and education, focusing on themes like inclusive culture and supporting inclusion for persons with disabilities. These conferences have historically attracted hundreds of participants from dozens of countries.
    • Organizing Biennial International Conferences
      The organization hosts biennial international conferences in various global locations, bringing together delegates from numerous countries to share knowledge and research on disability and education, focusing on themes like inclusive culture and supporting inclusion for persons with disabilities. These conferences have historically attracted hundreds of participants from dozens of countries.
    • Participating in Advocacy for Inclusive Education
      The organization's president acts as a delegate at international congresses focused on inclusive education, such as the First World Congress on Inclusive Education.
  • Leadership & Organizational Capacity Training 2 activities
    • Operating Volunteer Service Projects (VSPs)
      The organization operates 12 Volunteer Service Project sites across six developing countries, providing assistance in special education services to agencies, schools, and organizations by sharing professional expertise, materials, and tools for educators and students.
    • Operating Volunteer Service Projects (VSPs)
      The organization operates 12 Volunteer Service Project sites across six developing countries, providing assistance in special education services to agencies, schools, and organizations by sharing professional expertise, materials, and tools for educators and students.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 2 activities
    • Publishing Research and Newsletters
      The organization produces an annual refereed journal and publishes quarterly newsletters to disseminate information and research related to special education.
    • Publishing Research and Newsletters
      The organization produces an annual refereed journal and publishes quarterly newsletters to disseminate information and research related to special education.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Providing Conference Scholarships and Sponsorships
      The organization offers scholarships through the Marg Csapo Scholarship Fund to cover conference registration, gala dinner, and housing fees for awardees. It also financially supports individuals and sponsors teachers from developing countries to attend its biennial conferences.
    • Providing Conference Scholarships and Sponsorships
      The organization offers scholarships through the Marg Csapo Scholarship Fund to cover conference registration, gala dinner, and housing fees for awardees. It also financially supports individuals and sponsors teachers from developing countries to attend its biennial conferences.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$42K
Contributions & grants$6412%
Program service revenue$38K91%
Investment income$320%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$24K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$169K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$169K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +629.0%
relationships · 23

who they work with

  • Ann Hughes Partner — Member of the National Chair Committee
  • Authorize.net Partner — Uses Authorize.Net Payment Gateway for online membership payments.
  • Curtin University Partner — Collaborated with IASE to host the 15th Biennial Conference in Perth, Australia.
  • Daniel McCarthy Partner — IASE President and member of the National Chair Committee
  • Dr. Marg Csapo Partner — Founder of IASE
  • Easy Chair Partner — Arrangement for conference management services and support, particularly for submission and acceptance of conference proposals and program development.
  • Edith Cowan University Partner — Collaborated with IASE to host the 15th Biennial Conference in Perth, Australia.
  • Ho Chi Minh City University of Education Partner — Hosted the 17th Biennial Conference in Vietnam.
  • Meghan Gallagher Partner — Member of the National Chair Committee
  • Ministry of Education of Kazakhstan Government — Invited the IASE President to be a delegate to the First World Congress on Inclusive Education.
  • Morgan Chitiyo Partner — Member of the National Chair Committee
  • Royal Thimphu College (RTC) Partner — Host of the 19th Biennial International Conference in Thimphu, Bhutan.
  • Royal Thimphu College (RTC) Partner — Host of the 19th IASE Biennial Conference in Bhutan.
  • Royal Thimphu College (RTC) Partner — Will host the 19th Biennial Conference of the International Association of Special Education.
  • Samantha Mrstik Partner — National Chair Program Co-Coordinator
  • Sebastian Kolowa Memorial University Partner — Hosted the 16th Biennial Conference in Tanzania.
  • Sherwin Fraser Partner — National Chair Program Co-Coordinator
  • University of British Columbia Partner — Hosted the 13th Biennial Conference in Vancouver, Canada.
  • University of Gothenburg, Sweden Partner — Dr. Girma Berhanu from the university was appointed as the new JIASE Journal Editor.
  • University of Lower Silesia Partner — Collaborated with IASE to host the 14th Biennial Conference in Wroclaw, Poland.
  • University of Namibia Partner — Collaborated with IASE to host the 12th Biennial Conference in Windhoek, Namibia.
  • University of West Bohemia Partner — Collaborated with IASE to host the 18th Biennial Conference and integrate global research into parallel sessions.
  • Vimukti Sanstha Partner — New Volunteer Service Project (VSP) site in Jaipur, Rajasthan, dedicated to changing lives by providing girls access to education, supporting their growth, and offering job development assistance.