National Technical Assistance Center (NTAC-AAPI)
Òto increase
employment opportunities for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with
DisabilitiesÓ - FUNDED BY: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, REHABILITATION
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Semi-Monthly
e.News Ð June 15, 2003
You can find this and previous issues of e.News online at http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Internet TV Channel and leading assistive technology portal AT508.com, an affiliate on the TVWorldwide.com network, announced it will offer a free live video webcast of the National Town Meeting to Rescue Section 508, to be held June 20, 2003 2:00 PM ET, on-line at www.AT508.com. For more information, contact Dave Gardy, dgardy@tvworldwide.com, www.tvworldwide.com, (703) 961-9250 ext. 221 John Williams, JMMAW@aol.com, www.at508.com, (703) 404-0071.
President Bush Renews
Executive Order on Asian American And Pacific Islanders
3:00-4:30pm Eastern, 2:00 Central,
1:00 Mountain, and 12:00 Pacific.
This Web cast will explore the
ADA's impact on the employment prospects of
qualified persons covered by the
law. The presenters will describe
the
predominant economic models of
labor market behavior and discrimination and
discuss how those models have been
used to develop predictions regarding the
ADA's impact on employment. To
link to this Web cast and download accompanying materials visit: http://www.ilru.org/online/index.html. For
technical assistance contact a Web cast team member at webcast@ilru.org or
713/520-0232 (v/tty).
EASI Webcast: DEVELOPING POLICY FOR MAKING DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE
Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler presents a
detailed overview of making distance learning accessible to everyone. Presented
as part of the EASI track and the CSUN Conference in March of 2002.
"Distance learning courses offer opportunities for education and career
enhancement for those who have access to the technologies they employ. However,
even if they have access to assistive technology, some people with disabilities
face barriers to distance learning courses because of the inaccessible design
of coursework.Ó
http://www.rit.edu/~easi
EASI's Online Courses: JULY
http://easi.cc/workshops.htm and take
links to syllabus and registration.
Beginner Barrier-free Web Design: http://easi.cc/workshops/easiweb.htm
This course is a month long and instructor-led, aimed for
those who design web pages but who are not technical HTML editors. We
take the jargon out of accessible web design.
Train the Trainer: http://easi.cc/workshops/train.htm
This course will introduce you to the beginner set of commands you will need to
know to get your users started including handouts and tip sheets to jog your
memory. You cannot be expert on all these systems.
** Note: In August EASI will offer its course: Barrier-free E-learning which connects
to the webcast listed above: http://easi.cc/workshops/bfel.htm
HHS AWARDS NEARLY $3.5 MILLION TO PROMOTE DIVERSITY IN THE NURSING WORKFORCE
HHS Secretary Tommy G. Thompson announced
the release of 16 grants totaling nearly $3.5 million to support nursing
education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. The
grants will fund scholarships or stipends and pre-entry preparation and
retention activities for disadvantaged students, including students from racial
and ethnic minority groups that are underrepresented among registered nurses.
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/reinvestmentact.htm.
ÒLIVE IT UP, LIVE, HAWAIÔIÓ -
August 15, 2003
BeethovenÕs Nightmare and other
Musicians, Hard Rock CafŽ, Honolulu, HI
Hawai'i Musicians, singers and songwriters and chanters with disabilities will perform with BeethovenÕs Nightmare, America's only All-Deaf Professional Rock and Roll Band. VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific www.vsarts.hawaii.edu, a nationally linked organization launches its ÒArtists UnlimitedÓ project promoting professional career opportunities in the arts for people with disabilities. Advanced tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 27 for $25 each (include dinner pupu and beverage) To reserve your tickets, call Hawaii Services on Deafness in Honolulu at 808-926-4763.
The U.S. Department of
Transportation is calling on all disability organizations to promote public
education about its Toll Free Hotline for air travelers with disabilities
through their organization newsletters, list-serves and sponsored events. The Toll Free Hotline for disabled air
travelers has been in operation since August 2002 and is available for callers
from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time, seven days a week. Air travelers who want information
about the rights of persons with disabilities in air travel or who experience
disability-related air travel service problems may call the Hotline to obtain
assistance at: 1-800-778-4838 (voice) or 1-800-455-9880 (TTY).
DO-IT: AccessCAREERS
Successful work experiences and career preparation activities increase a student's chances of obtaining employment upon completion of an academic program.
http://www.washington.edu/doit/Careers
ACCESS-IT
AccessIT promotes the use of electronic and information
technology (E&IT) for students and employees with disabilities in
educational institutions at all academic levels. http://www.washington.edu/accessit/
JOB DEVELOPMENT
RESOURCES
Resources on the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in their communities.
http://www.trninc.com/marketingres.html
Self Employment: From Dream to Reality!
This unique workbook leads readers through the planning and start-up process
for starting a small business. With very clear explanation, examples,
exercises, and worksheets you learn what it takes to succeed. It is perfect for
individuals with little money or business experience and makes intimidating
topics easy to understand.
http://www.trninc.com/selfemploy.htm
INSTITUTES /
CONFERENCES
RESNA 26th International Conference on
Technology & Disability: Research, Design, Practice, and Policy - June
19-23
Atlanta, Georgia
RESNA is the Rehabilitation
Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America, an
interdisciplinary association of people with a common interest in technology
and disability. For more information, email info@resna.org or see http://www.resna.org/conferences
Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment for Artists with Disabilities Ð June 23 through September 3, 2003
University of Hawaii at
Manoa, Honolulu, HI
This 12-week institute
includes lectures, group exercises, case studies, and community fieldwork to
develop a business plan and begin self-employment. Weekly sessions will cover business and marketing planning
and development, facilitated by UH-Manoa Pacific Business Center faculty, other
Honolulu community enterprises, and small business and marketing development
experts. Sponsored by VSAarts of
Hawaii-Pacific Ð http://www.vsarts.hawaii.edu, the University of HawaiiÕs
College of Education - http://www.hawaii.edu/coe/index.html and the National
Technical Assistance Center (NTAC-AAPI) Ð http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu. For
more information, contact Susan Miller at susan.miller@cds.hawaii.edu, 808-945-1438.
Long Beach Convention &
Entertainment Center, Long beach, California
More than 500 disabled veterans
will compete in the largest annual wheelchair sports event in the world, the 23rd
National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Long Beach, Calif., during July 5-9. For
more information about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, see url: http://www.wheelchairgames.org
AHEAD 2003
26th Annual Conference Ð July 8-12, 2003
Hyatt Regency, Dallas, Texas
The Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD) is an international, multicultural organization of
professionals committed to full participation in higher education for persons
with disabilities. The Association is a vital resource, promoting excellence
through education, communication and training. http://www.ahead.org
The Fourteenth Annual APSE Conference - July 20-23, 2003
San Diego, California
This conference and training event provides an
opportunity to work on integrated employment opportunities and supports for
people who most need the support on these issues and challenges. http://www.apse.org
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
The World Congress & Exposition on Disabilities (WCD), a precedent-setting annual international conference and trade event, is intended to educate, inform and provide a useful exchange of ideas for persons with disabilities and special healthcare needs and those involved in their care and development. http://www.wcdexpo.com
International Conference on
Aging, Disability, and Independence Ð December 4-6, 2003
The International Conference on Aging, Disability, and Independence will bring together researchers, practitioners, business leaders and people involved in aging policy to focus on these issues. The conference will include sessions related to research and development, practice, products and services and policies. http://www.rerc.ufl.edu
Designing for the 21st Century - An International
Conference on
Universal Design - March 3-7, 2004
Havana, Cuba
Adaptive Environments, an educational NPO, plans a conference centered on
building a dialogue between the developed and developing economies on universal
design. http://www.adaptiveenvironments.org/21century/index.php?f=1
RESEARCH / PUBLICATIONS
Technical Assistance Guide:
Helping Students with Cognitive Disabilities Find and Keep a Job
This Technical Assistance Guide is designed to assist families, transition specialists, employers, and others in helping students with significant cognitive disabilities find and keep a job. http://www.nichcy.org/stuguid.asp#st2
Final Regulations Implementing
the Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency Program
(The Ticket to Work Program)
The purpose of the policy brief is
to describe the major provisions in the final regulation implementing the new
Ticket to Work program. The policy brief serves as a resource for stakeholders
interested in implementing the new program. http://www.communityinclusion.org/publications/text/pb8text.html
Continued Employability of
Older Adults with Mental Retardation
The primary goal of this project
is to examine a range of employment retention practices and worker benefit
programs that can aid older adults with MR maintain their employability and
gain from worker's earned benefits. http://www.uic.edu/orgs/rrtcamr/research5_1.htm
Job Search Handbook
A complete career planning and job search guide to help
identify strengths and abilities, explore career options, and locate job
openings in the hidden job market. http://www.trninc.com/jobsearchhandbook.htm
From Stress to Success: Making Social Security Work for
Your Young Adult
How does Social Security affect families as their children move into adulthood? The Institute for Community Inclusion (ICI) conducted a study with parents of high school students with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a Social Security benefit for people who have disabilities and meet income guidelines. This brief shares their experiences and suggests ways that your family can manage SSI and use it to help your young adult plan for a career. http://www.communityinclusion.org/publications/text/to13.html
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