About Us
Democratizing special education research, The Aletheia Society fosters inclusivity, amplifies diverse voices, and addresses critical inquiries for meaningful improvements in services for children with disabilities.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to fostering openness, rigor, and transparency in special education research. Our membership-based organization brings together a diverse range of educational constituents, including special education researchers, researchers in training, K-12 schools and personnel eager to engage in research within their settings.
Board of Directors and Executive Team
Founding Members
Our Initiatives
Research in Special Education (RiSE)
RiSE, our all-open-access journal, launches Spring 2024. No author fees, no paywalls – all articles freely accessible to everyone, thanks to the Society and University of Virginia Libraries’ support.
UnConferences & Working Groups
Our dynamic community engages in participant-led unconferences and workshops. Collaborate, learn, and foster innovation in special education research together.
Professional Development
Collaborating with our members, we will provide professional development to schools and teachers on evidence-based practices that promote educational excellence, ensuring impactful student growth and success.
Special Education Research Accelerator
Collaborate with fellow members to conduct meaningful research in special education. SERA is our platform for conducting crowdsourced studies.