Our Purpose

The purpose of NRAER  Chapter of AER is to support and involve the professionals of the states of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming who promote, develop, and improve all phases of education and rehabilitation services to individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. We offer supports and involvement by:

(1) Offering professional development through conferences, seminars, publications, leadership training experiences, and any other means of promoting professional growth and education

(2) Promoting professionalism through encouraging university training and professional credentials, adopting and adhering to high-quality standards and professional codes of ethics for individuals and agencies, and encouraging interdisciplinary cooperation in the field.

(3) Working to improve and expand services for individuals with visual impairments by promoting/encouraging research, innovative program development, public policy benefiting persons who are blind or visually impaired; and the professionals who work with them; and a forum for discussion of issues and opportunities related to service delivery.

Why Become A Member?

Why is this important? Because by becoming a member of AER, you join a community of excellence. No matter your role or the number of years in the field, membership in AER places you among a group of elite professionals. AER is a member-centered organization that supports each other; and for that reason, we are constantly evolving, growing, and listening. Membership in AER is significant; it’s the one place where like-minded professionals come together to make sure we all have what we need to succeed!

Become a Member or Renew Membership Here

The information above is available at the AER Bylaws webpage: