In response to compelling needs in the charter school sector, The National Center for Special Education in Charter Schools NCSECS was launched in October 2013. NCSECS changed its name to The Center for Learner Equity CLE in 2021. CLE is the first entity to focus solely on proactively working with states, charter authorizers and advocates to improve access, create dynamic learning opportunities and address barriers that may hinder students with disabilities accessing and succeeding in charter schools.