The University of Connecticut Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (CT LEND) program is a one-year interdisciplinary leadership training program for persons with disabilities, family members, practicing professionals and graduate students at UConn and other Connecticut universities. 

CT LEND is one of 60 LEND programs across the country that focus on training future leaders from a wide variety of professional disciplines to improve quality of life outcomes for children, youth, and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities, including autism. 

The training program requires the completion of coursework, research studies, advocacy projects, and community practicum assignments with infants, children, and youth with developmental disabilities.