ADI encourages programs in different regions of the world to come together to form regional Chapters. ADI believes that some issues affective assistance dog programs are best dealt with internationally (e.g. standards and ethics, accreditation) whilst other issues inevitably have a strong regional focus (e.g. access rights for assistance dog owners). ADI formally recognizes regional chapters that have at least five member programs in the region. At present, there are two formally recognized Chapters - Europe and North America. It is hope that within the next year, there will be 3 further Chapters in Australia/New Zealand, Asia and Latin America. To find out more about the activities of each region go to the relevant web page.

July 2009