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The Boggs Center is New Jersey’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program. The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development is a division of the Department of Pediatrics and a Community Health Program of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and part of

a national network of UCEDD and LEND programs. Since its inception in 1983, the Center has emphasized a community-based, lifespan approach to meeting the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, and is dedicated to promoting independence, productivity, and full inclusion. The Boggs Center provides community and student training and technical assistance, conducts research, and disseminates information and educational materials relevant to the developmental disabilities community.

09/04/2026

Did you know The Boggs Center reached 56,526 people in FY25? As New Jersey’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), we work to develop evidence-based practices, train the disability workforce, offer information and resources to people with disabilities and families, and partner with service systems on policy, innovation, and systems change. Check out our Year-at-a-Glance for more highlights about our work:https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/documents/BOGGS/AboutTheCenter/BC-Year-at-a-Glance.pdf

09/01/2026

The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development is planning for its next 5 years as New Jersey's federally-designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). We want to hear from stakeholders in the developmental disabilities community to gather input that will inform our work for the next 5 years.

We encourage people with disabilities, family members, and professionals to join one of our upcoming virtual Community Conversations to share their insights, experiences, and ideas. Space is limited and registration will be closed once sessions reach capacity.

Learn more and register: https://conta.cc/46daiVf

08/31/2026

Looking for information about post-secondary education? “Self-Advocate's Guide to Choosing a Post-Secondary Program” is a guide for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families who are considering post-secondary education. The guide is designed to assist students and families in the process of exploring and evaluating post-secondary programs in order to determine which college experience is right for them. Available in English and Spanish. https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/resources/publications/self-advocates-guide-to-choosing-a-post-secondary-program

08/27/2026

Did you know The Boggs Center is part of a national network of University Centers on Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)? UCEDDs across the country work to promote independence, self-determination, and full participation of people with developmental disabilities in all aspects of community life through community and student training, technical assistance, research, and informational materials. Learn more about our national network by visiting the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) website: https://www.aucd.org/

08/24/2026

Registration is open for the Fall 2026 Developmental Disabilities Lecture Series!

The webinars are free of charge. Space is limited and advanced registration is required.

Open to people who live or work in New Jersey.

Learn more and register: https://boggscenterregistration.rwjms.rutgers.edu/index.php/event/lecture

08/19/2026

Did you know The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development is named for Elizabeth Monroe Boggs, PhD, considered to have been the leading authority in the field of developmental disabilities policy? She coined the term developmental disabilities, spearheaded efforts to create legislation benefitting people with developmental disabilities, and helped to shape the role of Medicaid and Social Security for people with disabilities. Learn more about The Boggs Center: boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/about-the-center/overview

08/17/2026

The Boggs Center’s Robert Kimmel, EdD, BCBA, CESP, and Jessica Short, MHRM, CESP, will present at the upcoming NJ APSE Summit 2026, "Reaching New Heights: Finding Your Place in Competitive Integrated Employment," on Friday, October 9th. Stefanie Rinaldi, National APSE Board Member and NJAPSE Immediate Past President will deliver the keynote, and a panel of distinguished experts will talk about supports that connect those living with complex needs with Competitive Integrated Employment.

View the schedule and reserve your tickets for the Summit:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/njapse-summit-2026-tickets-1990396194598?aff=oddtdtcreator

Nominate a supported employee, employment specialist, employer, or CIE advocate for the NJAPSE 2026 awards:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/N7G9GKX

08/13/2026

People receiving support through New Jersey’s Division of Developmental Disabilities can choose the service provider that best meets their needs. Available in English and Spanish, this guide offers people with disabilities and their families ideas that can help them select a service provider that will support them to live the lives they want. https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/resources/publications/selecting-a-service-provider

08/11/2026

BoggsCast, The Boggs Center’s podcast, will be back with all new episodes next month! In the meantime, listen to the last 5 seasons to hear about best practices, success stories, and possibilities for innovation in the field of developmental disabilities.

All BoggsCast episodes and full transcripts are available on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify apps and websites.

Podbean: https://theboggscenter.podbean.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boggscast/id1593908165
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ra3xLpbLOvVN3wEM11YN6

Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest episodes and be among the first to know when we launch Season 6!

08/07/2026

Save these Dates for The Boggs Center’s Fall 2026 Developmental Disabilities Lecture Series Webinars!

Friday, October 2, 2026 l 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Friday, October 16, 2026 l 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Friday, October 23, 2026 l 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Friday, November 6, 2026 l 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Registration opens in late August!

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335 George Street
New Brunswick, NJ
08901

Telephone

+17322359300

Website

https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/

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