Our global impact
From our Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to our educational tools and resources, CAST leverages expertise in the learning sciences to expand access and opportunity for all.
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Empowering learners everywhere
It only takes one person embracing UDL to create waves of change in learners’ lives.
For over 40 years, CAST has been dedicated to leading, inspiring, and bringing together a community that supports educators across all learning environments. Our advocacy efforts have helped embed Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles into federal, state, and local education policies nationally and internationally.
Additionally, we have created and hosted centers to support school districts in providing accessible materials and technologies, establishing the National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard (NIMAS), and guiding capacity-building in assistive technology through the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES).
CAST continues to lead the way in inclusive education because learners everywhere deserve real connections and effective education.
Winner of the Smithsonian Innovation in Education Award
Winner of the SAP Stevie Wonder Vision Award
“CAST is the intellectual leader of UDL in educational and digital venues. CAST has continued to evolve based on the needs of its constituents.” Eleazar “Trey” Vasquez, CAST Board Member and Director of the Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute & Professor, University of Central Florida
CAST annual reports & financial information
Learn how we prioritize resources and create an impact through focused reporting and detailed financial statements.