Learning Difficulties Australia is an association of teachers and other professionals who are working in the area of learning difficulties.  Membership  of the LDA includes learning support teachers, private tutors, educational consultants, researchers and academics.  The aim  of the LDA  is to promote understanding of learning difficulties through  publications and professional development activities, and to support the work of teachers and other professionals who provide services to meet the needs of those who have learning difficulties.  In addition to AJLD,  the LDA  publish a quarterly Bulletin, which is designed to keep members informed of recent publications and research in areas of relevance to the field of learning difficulties and effective teaching practice.  LDA provides a referral service to assist those seeking educational support for a learning difficulty, and also liaises  with related associations in working together to raise public awareness of issues in the area of learning difficulties and the needs of students with learning problems.  LDA was first established in 1965, and is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a Council of 14 members elected by members of LDA.

Members of LDA are entitled to receive AJLD.

For further information on LDA activities, professional development opportunities and the benefits of membership, please visit http://www.ldaustralia.org/.