Our History

Individual Advocacy Group was founded in 1995 by Dr. Charlene Bennett and Dr. David Brooks.

Dr. Charlene A. Bennett, Ed.D. is a Professor of Education, who has always been concerned about children and their education.  She has been especially interested in children who need special supports because of medical, physical, or cognitive challenges.

Dr. David Brooks, Ph.D. is a licensed  Clinical Psycologist, who has worked on behalf of people with Developmental Disabilities for over 25 years.  Dr. Brooks has always had an interest in persons with behavioral and emotional challenges.