About Us

What is ATAP?

The Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs (ATAP) is a national, member-based non-profit organization, comprised of AT Act Programs funded under the Assistive Technology Act (AT Act). ATAP facilitates the coordination of AT Act Programs nationally and provides technical assistance and support to its members. Established in 1997, the organization strives to enhance the effectiveness of AT Act Programs on the national, state and territory, and local level. ATAP promotes the national network of AT Act Programs, represents the needs and interests of the programs, and serves as the national representative of AT Act Programs.

Mission and Purpose

Maintain and enhance a strong, effective, and efficient national network of AT Act Programs. Enable individuals with disabilities, service providers and others to learn about, access, and acquire assistive technology (AT) needed for education, employment, and community living. ATAP accomplishes its mission by

Enhancing the effectiveness of AT Act Programs on the national, state, and local level.
Providing a forum for member states and territories to study, deliberate, and act upon matters affecting the national network of AT Act Programs.
Providing resources for the formulation and expression of the collective points of view of AT Act Programs on critical issues that impact access to and acquisition of AT.
Serving as an advisory body to the Administration on Community Living, other federal agencies, organizations, and entities, on issues affecting access to and acquisition of AT.
Providing a means of communication and joint action with other organizations promoting access to and acquisition of assistive technology.
Supporting and participating in research and demonstration projects that increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology.
Advocating for the enhancement of the national network of AT Act Programs, the reauthorization of the Assistive Technology Act and increasing federal appropriations for the Assistive Technology Act.

Director’s Message

Jeannie Krull and her dad at ND Assistive, the North Dakota Assistive Technology Act Program

In their lifetime, nearly every person on the planet will either know someone who needs Assistive Technology (AT), or they will need it for themselves! Therefore, it is imperative that everyone knows about assistive technology, even before they need it!

Each AT Act Program provides access to life-changing Assistive Technology devices and services, benefiting people with disabilities of all ages, including aging adults. This AT empowers individuals to live independently, stay safe, and thrive at work, in school, and in their communities—fostering dignity and independence as they age in place.

ATAP plays a pivotal role in promoting, advocating, supporting, and enhancing the effectiveness of the network of State and Territory Assistive Technology Act Programs at the national level. This includes increasing funding, advocating for AT-related policies, supporting AT research and demonstration projects, and many other activities that increase access to and acquisition of Assistive Technology for ALL.

~Jeannie Krull, Executive Director