Director of the Supported Decision-Making New York (SDMNY) project at Hunter College CUNY, where she leads New York’s efforts to develop infrastructure and raise awareness of Supported Decision-Making (SDM) as a legally recognised alternative to guardianship. She is a nationally recognised leader in disability services and advocacy, working to build more inclusive communities, advance rights, and promote self-determination and empowerment for people with disabilities. She is also an author, a mother of six, and a captivating speaker. She holds an MSEd in Special Education and Transition from the University of Kansas.
