About PNW AER

Oregon and Washington's chapter of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Who We Are

AER — the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired — is the only international professional membership organization dedicated to the advancement of education and rehabilitation of blind and visually impaired children and adults. Learn more at aerbvi.org (opens in new tab).

Pacific Northwest AER is the Oregon and Washington State chapter. In 2024, the former Oregon AER and Washington AER chapters formally merged to create a unified Pacific Northwest chapter, expanding our reach and strengthening our community across both states.

We promote evidence-based practices, high-quality standards of service, and value-added resources for professionals who work with individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired.

Our Purpose

Professional Development

Conferences, seminars, publications, and leadership training opportunities for vision professionals at every stage of their career.

Professionalism

Promoting university training programs, professional credentials, ethical standards, and interdisciplinary cooperation throughout the field.

Service Expansion

Supporting research, innovative programs, public policy advocacy, and creating forums for professional discussion and growth.

Why Become a Member?

Joining AER connects you with a community of excellence — educators, rehabilitation specialists, and advocates committed to improving services for people with vision loss.

Your AER international membership automatically includes PNW AER chapter membership at no additional cost. There are no separate chapter dues.

Become a Member