Rehabilitation and Independent Living Special Interest Group – 2025 SIG Update

By Reindeau, A. and Schaub, C.

The Rehabilitation and Independent Living (RaIL) SIG was established in 1981, by Behavior Analysts dedicated to the rehabilitation of individuals with acquired brain injury and other neurological disabilities. Its founders were among the first clinicians to expand our science to this population, and current members remain committed to advancing the role and impact of behavior analysis, as well as providing opportunities for networking, mentorship and collaboration for students and professionals.

Benefits of RaIL SIG Membership

As a member of the RaIL SIG, you will be able to access an ever-growing network of students, professionals and faculty from applied and academic settings focused on neurorehabilitation.

The RaIL SIG in 2024

At ABAI 2024 in Philadelphia, seven brain-injury related sessions were hosted.

After ABAI 2024, the SIG formed 4 member-based committees focused on:
- Neurobehavioral Research Group (NRG) Committee
- ABI-ABA Student Committee
- ABAI Connection Committee
- Merch and Fun Stuff Committee
In 2024, we held four virtual whole SIG meetings, as well as additional committee meetings.
At ABAI 2025, we will host four events, a BF Skinner Lecture Speaker, and hold our annual meeting.

RaIL SIG Officers 2024

Past President – Chris Persel

Current President – Dr. Megan Heinicke

President Elect – Chris Schaub

Secretary – Arielle Reindeau

RaIL SIG Board Members 2024

Research (NRG) Chair – Dr. April Becker

ABI-ABA Student Chair – Becky Barall

ABAI Connections Chair – Dr. Alison Cox

Merch & Fun Stuff Chair – Clara Cordeiro

Join us Saturday, May 24 in Washington, DC!