Mission

The Speech Pathology Special Interest Group (SPABA) is a special interest group consisting of members of the Association for Behavior Analysis International® (ABAI). SPABA’s mission is to promote:
  • dissemination of behaviorally oriented speech and language research
  • application of evidence-based practices relevant to the full range of services provided by speech and language professionals.

This collaboration between speech pathologists and behavior analysts has strong benefits for consumers of our services to treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders. In addition, it enhances communication between our related professions through conference presentations, collaborative research, workshops, publication of treatment protocols and materials, and many other venues.