This is the publisher's version, also found here: http://cec.metapress.com/content/320105660v870671/?p=52f7b6d4a5844bc8bbecd6b1be0b9ac9&pi=2TMs study inquired into the meaning of family-professional partnerships from the perspective
offapanese families of children with disabilities. Data were collected from 30 mothers who
participated in focus groups and/or interviews infapan. Qualitative data analysis guided identification
of four themes. The study's contributions are discussed in relation to not only fapanese society,
but also to the global community including the United States. The study's implications for
developing partnerships with culturally diverse families also are discusse
