The Autism Society Inland Empire received a grant from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in 2019 to establish a Community of Practice for groups and non-profit organizations who serve individuals and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).  This group was named  Colaboración, Liderazgo, Abogacía, Servicio y Educación (CLASE) Community of Practice which means Collaboration, Leadership, Advocacy, Service and Education. In 2019, there were leaders from nineteen organizations which served the Latino/Spanish speaking I/DD population were invited to join.

This Community of Practice strengthens organizations by providing the latest information on accessing and navigating systems and developing resources to be shared so all groups can be even more impactful in their efforts in improving the lives of the families they serve.