ADI promotes collaborative research projects among its members to help boost the science of assistance dog training.
This includes studied on innovative training methods, genetic research to improve breeding programs for health and temperament suitability, and the psychological and physical benefits of assistance dogs for those with disabilities.
They also play a large role in advocating for the legal recognition and access rights of assistance dogs in public spaces, such as the workplace and housing.
ADI partners with organizations to make sure laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)[5] are enforced.
Through Assistance Dogs Internationals large range of member organizations, they have has a significant global impact.