Neal, TiffanyGadipudi, Sravan KumarDevarapalli, Baby AmulyaSwiezy, Naomi2025-04-242025-04-242024-11Neal, T., Gadipudi, S. K., Devarapalli, B. A., & Swiezy, N. (2024). HANDS Model: A comprehensive, culturally responsive treatment model for improved educational infrastructure among vulnerable populations. Presented at the WSWD 7th International Conference on Empowering Communities: The Role of Social Work for a Sustainable Future, Bangladesh. 2024 WSWD Virtual Presentation by HANDS in Autism®https://hdl.handle.net/1805/47431This presentation highlights the HANDS in Autism® model as a comprehensive, scalable, and culturally responsive framework for building sustainable educational and clinical infrastructures for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities globally. Grounded in evidence-based practices (EBPs), the model leverages implementation science and reciprocal innovation to support capacity building in diverse and underserved contexts. The session showcases the integration of hands-on training, data-driven decision-making, and ongoing coaching, all structured to support fidelity and sustainability. Data from collaborative site implementations and pre/post User Rating Profile (URP) analyses demonstrate improvements in teacher motivation, understanding, and practical application of EBPs. The model’s success across Indiana and its global relevance underscore its potential for replication in low-resource environments through flexible modules, eLearning platforms, and community engagement strategies. The presentation emphasizes the urgency of shifting developmental disabilities from the margins to the mainstream through inclusive, interdisciplinary, and equitable practices.en-USAutismAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs)Global Developmental DisabilitiesHealth Equity in EducationAutism Training in LMICsDevelopmental Disabilities (DD)HANDS in Autism® ModelOn-Demand ASD Training ToolseLearning Modules for Autism TrainingPresentation