APSE has chapters in 35 states and the District of Columbia. Our members come from all 50 states and Puerto Rico, as well as several foreign countries. APSE's HR Connect offers consultation services to help businesses reach out to and partner with one of the strongest labor and customer pools in the country: the disability community. APSE supports the only annual national conference focused solel
y on the advancement of integrated employment. Our Name
The official name of the organization has gone through several changes since its inception more than 25 years ago. It was first called the Association for Persons in Supported Employment. In the 90's, the name was changed to APSE: The Network on Employment. In 2012, the APSE Board of Directors changed APSE's acronym definition to Association of People Supporting EmploymentFirst (APSE). Our Goals:
Promote employment opportunities for all people, through local, regional, and national networks. Help establish and expand equitable employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Advocate with federal, state, and local legislators for legislation promoting integrated employment. Work with federal, state, and local policy makers to increase funding for integrated employment. Raise awareness within the business community as to the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. Advocate for social change to help those with severe disabilities achieve a lifestyle that approximates that of individuals without disabilities.
