Project MABAS

Additional Resources

Professional Organizations

Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA)

The Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA), established in 1980, advances behavior analysis in Florida by supporting behavior analysts, educators, and other professionals. FABA promotes ethical practice, offers educational opportunities, and encourages research to improve social and educational outcomes. The organization hosts an annual conference with workshops, presentations, and networking events, and advocates for policies supporting evidence-based behavior analysis services. FABA raises public awareness of behavior analysis and its effectiveness in issues from autism support to organizational management, while upholding ethical standards and promoting professional development. Committed to ethics, professional growth, and community engagement, FABA supports the integrity of the field and the well-being of Florida communities. Visit website

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Florida Chapter

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Florida Chapter is the state-level branch of the NASW, the largest professional organization of social workers in the United States. The Florida Chapter supports social workers throughout the state by promoting high standards of practice, advocating for sound public policy, and providing a range of professional development opportunities. Its mission includes fostering professional growth, upholding ethics, and advancing social justice. The chapter organizes conferences, workshops, and continuing education, while offering networking, legislative updates, and advocacy on issues like healthcare access, mental health, child welfare, and elder care. Visit website

The Association for Positive Behavior Support (APBS)

The Association for Positive Behavior Support (APBS) is an international organization committed to promoting positive behavior support (PBS) as an effective and sustainable approach for improving quality of life and reducing challenging behaviors across various settings. Established to advance the science, practice, and dissemination of PBS, APBS supports practitioners, researchers, educators, and policymakers in implementing evidence-based, respectful, and inclusive behavioral interventions. The organization provides resources, including conferences, publications, and training to promote PBS strategies across diverse settings. Through these efforts, APBS advocates for preventative approaches over punitive ones, aiming to build safer, more supportive, and inclusive communities. Visit website

 

Resources to Help School-Based Staff and Providers Implement Proactive Behavioral Practices to Support Academic Achievement and Well-Being

  • Positive, Proactive Approaches to Supporting Children with Disabilities: A Guide for Stakeholders

    This document provides information about resources, strategies, and evidence-based practices that (while not required by law) can help States, LEAs, schools, early childhood programs, educators, and families in their efforts to meet IDEA requirements and, in doing so, improve outcomes for children with disabilities.

  • Center on Positive Behavioral and Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

    The Center on PBIS supports schools, districts, and states to build systems capacity for implementing a multi-tiered approach to social, emotional and behavior support.

  • IRIS Center

    The IRIS Center, located at Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College, develops and disseminates free online resources about evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices to support the education of all students, particularly struggling learners and those with disabilities.