What Is USSAAC?

DrawnToAAC drawing of two people using a high-tech AAC device.

Communication is the essence of human life. The general purpose of USSAAC is to enhance the communication effectiveness of persons who can benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). USSAAC is the United States Chapter of the International Society for AAC (ISAAC) and supports the purposes of ISAAC through individual, local, state, regional, and national efforts.

ISAAC and USSAAC's Vision

AAC will be recognized, valued and used throughout the world.

ISAAC and USSAAC's Mission

To promote the best possible communication for people with complex communication needs.

USSAAC's History

USSAAC was founded in 1989 as the US chapter of ISAAC and continues to serve the AAC community today. For more information about the history of AAC in the United States and USSAAC, check out the USSAAC AAC Legends Series on the SpeakUp blog!