Welcome

The Tennessee Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA-TN) is a volunteer non-profit organization that was formed to increase awareness in the state of Tennessee about dyslexia. IDA-TN is a state-level organization charged with carrying out the mission and goals of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA). IDA provides advocacy, resources and services to teaching professionals, advocates and individuals and families impacted by dyslexia and other related learning differences. We invite you to join our work in Tennessee and become a member of IDA.   #UntilEveryoneCanRead

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2025 Dyslexia Definition

The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is pleased to share the 2025 Dyslexia Definition, developed through a rigorous, collaborative process to reflect the latest research and the lived experiences of individuals with dyslexia. To explore the definition in greater depth, including the scientific and community-based foundations that informed its development, visit the 2025 IDA Definition Explanation below and view the IDA Definition Presentation.

2025 IDA Dyslexia Definition Presentation

Learn about IDA’s revised definition of dyslexia and the reasoning behind the decisions from Dr. High Catts and Dr. Charles Haynes

Read more about the new definition in the Annals of Dyslexia

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  2026 Winter RISE Webinar Series

February 7th and 21st, 2025

LANGUAGE LINKS: the Overlap of Dyslexia, DLD, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and ADHD.

Join IDA-TN for this informative virtual series. Certificate of attendance available.   

More 2026 Winter RISE Webinar information,  sponsor opportunities and participant registration HERE

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Discounts on conferences and professional education for parents

and professionals. This is your year! JOIN NOW!

As a member of IDA, you will be equipped with the latest information to best position you to advocate for your child or yourself, teach students with reading difficulties, and support the people in your life with dyslexia. Your membership includes exclusive access to our extraordinary community of researchers, teachers, professionals, and parents. Your membership supports teacher preparation and training in Structured Literacy instruction which will help thousands of children in the years to come.

Contact Us!

Call 901-468-3611 or email us at tnidaorg@gmail.com