National Technical Assistance Center (NTAC-AAPI)
Ňto increase
employment opportunities for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with
DisabilitiesÓ - FUNDED BY: U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, REHABILITATION
SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Semi-Monthly
e.News – July 1, 2004
You can find this and previous issues of e.News online at http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu
~ Announcements
~ Positions Available
~ Resources
~ Institutes / Conferences
~ Research / Publications
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Briefs added as of April 2004 (Products listed below are downloadable
http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu/products or send a
request to ntac@cds.hawaii.edu for paper
copies)
Vol. 1, Issue 4; Information
Brief: Providing Effective Support Services for Culturally and Linguistically
Diverse Persons with Disabilities – This
brief focuses on the projection that by the year 2040, people from culturally
and linguistically diverse (CLD) backgrounds are expected to comprise nearly 50
percent of the United States population -- a trend of utmost importance to
disability researchers, service providers, and postsecondary personnel who need
to understand the unique issues related to disability in CLD communities
because racial and ethnic minorities--who often suffer from poverty, high
unemployment, lack of health insurance, substance abuse, and poor
education--have
significantly higher rates of
disability than those of the majority Caucasian population.
Vol. 4, Issue 4; Employment
Brief: Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities – This brief provides information and resources for
people with disabilities to help them consider self-employment as a career
option.
Vol. 5, Issue 1; Success
Story Brief: John Yeh—A Man of Few Words –
This brief focuses on a man with a disability who became frustrated by the
shortage of technical and management employment opportunities for deaf
individuals. Consequently, he and his brothers founded a software company,
Integrated Micro-computer Systems, Inc. (IMS), which achieved annual sales in
the millions and employed hundreds of people, many of whom were deaf. IMS and
John were recognized with numerous awards for business and technical
excellence, including the Norman Vincent Peale Foundation AmericaŐs Award, the
Employer of the Year Award from the PresidentŐs
Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, and Small Business Administration recognition.
NTAC-AAPIs Hire.Us Program
Congratulations to Gallaudet
University, and the U.S. Department of Energy for registering and becoming a
part of our Hire.Us Employer database! What is the Hire.Us program?
Fast, Effective, and Free! The National Technical Assistance CenterŐs HIRE.US
program (Hire Interested and Ready Employees in the U.S.) is a time-saving
personnel resource. HIRE.US offers college students, and recent graduates, with
disabilities the opportunity to market their skills and abilities to employers
across the United States free of charge. Your student profile information will
be available to governments and businesses across America. Employers nationwide
identify both temporary and permanent employees from qualified college students
with disabilities in a wide variety of fields. http://hireus.cds.hawaii.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation agency can also take advantage
of our database to increase employment opportunities of its job-ready clients! Send their resumes to be placed in the HIRE.US
database! NTAC will actively recruit employers for those who entered into this
HIRE.US database. In addition, NTAC will add your agency name to our list of
collaborators. This will allow for free advertisement on our website and once
via email in our periodic e-newsletter, with over 2,000 people on the
distribution list.
For more information, please visit http://hireus.cds.hawaii.edu
NTAC-AAPIs Mini-Subcontract Proposals
AAPI is still in the process of accepting
proposals for mini sub-contracts. Individuals and organizations interested in
collaborating with NTAC are encouraged to complete and return the application
form located at http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu/products/mini_subcontracts.htm
NTAC-AAPI Subcontractor Activities
Hawaii Artists celebrated in
Washington, D.C.
The state of Hawaii was well represented at the 2004 International VSA arts Festival in Washington, D.C. June 9-12. The Festival
showcased cutting-edge visual and performing art from around the world.
Festival goers had a chance to witness creativity in progress, participate in
an infusion of cultures, and learn about innovations in art education. http://www.vsarts.hawaii.edu
Young Apprenticeship Summer Intensive (employment opportunities); Novice Artists Saturday Arts Classes at the Artsplace: Details, Fee and Schedule TBA; and Artists Studios: Hawaii Artists Cooperative and Career Opportunities Coalition Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities. More information located at http://www.vsarts.hawaii.edu
National & International
Americans with disabilities are at a critical disadvantage compared to other Americans in ten key areas of life, according to the 2004 National Organization on Disability/Harris Survey of Americans with Disabilities. Continuing a trend, the survey found slow and modest progress in the indicators, which Harris has tracked since 1986. http://www.nod.org/content.cfm?id=1537
The National Educational Association
of Disabled Students invites interested individuals
to serve on one of three workshop panels at our next conference entitled: "Right On!" which will
take place at the Delta Hotel and Suites, Ottawa,
Ontario, Canada, on November 13th to 14th, 2004. Speakers will include students, consumers, advocates,
professionals and anyone else interested in the
conference themes: Human Rights, Inclusion in Campus Life, or Access to Academic
Materials for Print-Disabled Post-Secondary Students. Detailed information on
themes, suggested topics and a web-based speaker submission form can be found
on our Conference Site located at
http://www.neads.ca/conference2004. Any questions can be directed to Jason Mitschele, Conference 2004 Chair at conference2004@neads.ca
Grant
Opportunity: Technology and Media
Services for Individuals with Disabilities--Technology Implementation Center
– deadline July 30, 2004
The purpose of the Technology
and Media Services for Individuals With Disabilities--Technology Implementation
Center competition is to: (1) Improve results for children with disabilities by
promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; (2) support
educational media activities designed to be of educational value to children
with disabilities; (3) provide support for some captioning, and video
description; and (4) provide cultural experiences through appropriate nonprofit
organizations. CONTACT: Jane Hauser, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland
Avenue, SW., room 4092, Potomac Center Plaza, Washington, DC 20202-2550.
Telephone: (202) 245-7373.
For its outstanding efforts in working with the New York State Department of Labor (DOL) to host annual job fairs for deaf and hard-of hearing students, the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology (NTID/RIT) earned a First Place Citation Award from the New York State Chapter of the International Association of Workforce Professionals. The award recognizes the college's Center on Employment's (NCE) commitment to promoting workforce development. http://www.ntid.rit.edu/media/full_text.php?article_id=314
Family Opportunity Act and Money Follows the Person
Demonstration
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD, formerly
the American Association of University Affiliated Programs) applauds
Representative Sessions (R-TX) and the House Energy and Commerce leadership for
their efforts to move important legislation that would assist millions of
children and adults with disabilities to live in the community and get the
essential health care services they need.
http://www.aucd.org/press_room/FOAandMFP.htm
University
of Hawaii at Manoa
Focuses
on understanding special education law necessary to provide services for
students with disabilities in a variety of placements. Appropriate for special/general
education teachers, administrators, related service providers or others wanting
to be knowledgeable about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. For
more information contact: Dr. Ann Barnes, mbarnes@hawaii.edu, 808-386-1984
Call
for Entries ART ABILITY: An International Juried Exhibition of Art and Fine
Crafts by Artists with Disabilities November 15, 2004 - January 9, 2005 at Bryn
Mawr Rehab Hospital, Paoli, PA. Open to artists with cognitive and physical
disabilities, visual and hearing impairment. Only work executed after the onset
of disability or injury is eligible. All media are eligible including: Works on
Paper, Paintings, Sculpture, Jewelry, Photography, Pottery, Fiber arts and
other crafts. Over $5,000 in prizes awarded last year. No submission fee.
Submission deadline is August 6, 2004 and requires a submission form. For a
complete prospectus and submission form send a SASE to: Jessica Lawrence, Art
Ability Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, 414 Paoli Pike, Malvern, PA 19355 or request
a prospectus by email to: lawrencej@mlhs.org
One-Year
Pilot Project Invitation
The New York
State Library's Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL) and
Bookshare.org
(Bookshare) invite you to take part in an exciting new, free-to-you, one-year
pilot project. TBBL and Bookshare want to provide a wider range of digital
books to TBBL patrons while learning how Bookshare can work to provide access
to you. TBBL needs feedback from you on the sign up process and usability, as
well as any suggestions you may have that would help make Bookshare a stronger
resource for libraries and their patrons. If you want to become a member of this
free pilot project, please contact tmurphy@mail.nysed.gov or phone at 518-474-5957 by
July 15th.
POSITIONS
AVAILABLE
Associate Director of Admissions for Summer & Special Programs
The Associate Director reports to
the Vice President for Enrollment Management responding to inquiries regarding
Landmark CollegeŐs summer programs and working with the faculty and other
college personnel, on developing special programs and activities to enhance
Landmark CollegeŐs reputation as a Ňfirst choiceÓ college for students with LD
and ADHD. Apply To: Thomas R. Brown, Human Resources, Landmark College, River
Road South, P.O. Box 820, Putney, VT 05346
Phone: 802-387-6871, Fax:
8023877111, Via Email:bgraves@Landmark.edu
Learning Specialist
Responsibilities include but are not limited to developing and implementing programs and services designed to meet the needs of student athletes who are at-risk, diagnosed with attention deficit disorder, and/or learning disabilities. Specific responsibilities include: manage, develop, implement, and monitor programmatic initiatives, train and supervise graduate assistants and facilitate on academic services. Submit a letter of application, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: Glenda W. Johnson, Academic Support Program for Student Athletes NCSU, Room 173 Reynolds Coliseum, Box 7104 Raleigh, NC 27695-7104. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact Glenda W. Johnson, ASPSA. Glenda_Johnson@ncsu.edu, 919-515-4268 or 919-515-1619 (fax).
Program Supervisor, WIN
(Workforce Initiative Network)
Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and
understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural,
disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the individuals we serve and sensitivity
to and knowledge and understanding of groups historically underrepresented, and
groups who may have experienced discrimination. Apply: Samantha Vo, San
Jose/Evergreen Community College District, 4750 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA
95135, Phone: 408-270-6406, Fax: 408-223-6341, Online App: http://www.sjeccd.org, Via Email:samantha.vo@sjeccd.org
Director of Disability Services
The Director provides leadership and oversight for the operations and activities of the Office of Disability Services. Duties include the development and administration of comprehensive programs and services to meet the needs of disabled students at UIC, the management of departmental financial and personnel resources, the formulation, recommendation, and implementation of campus policies for disabled students, and advisement with appropriate organizations and individuals regarding disability services and programs for students. Send resume, cover letter, and list of references (include at least three individuals with their contact information) to: Chair, Search Committee, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1200 W. Harrison, SSB 3030, M/C 318, Chicago, Illinois 60607
Senior Program Therapist
Under general supervision, this individual will work as a member of an interdisciplinary team for the Early Childhood Evaluation Program at the Center for Development & Disability who can fulfill the role of cognitive evaluator, performing diagnostic developmental evaluations of infants and young children throughout the state. The individual will participate in collaborative training, technical assistance and consultation with families, early intervention agencies, and local education agencies throughout the state. Contact UNM Health Sciences Center Human Resources at (505) 272-6445 or visit our website at http://ejobs.unm.edu
RESOURCES
The Rust Machine Operator Transitional
Pilot Work Program is a true partnership of diverse organizations coming
together for their common good. In addition to the four major partners, the
public high schools of George and Jackson counties are working to research ways
to streamline young adults with learning disabilities into entry-level high
paying jobs within the shipbuilding industry. Specifically this
initiative will test methods of recruiting, screening, hiring, and training
individuals who may not otherwise be chosen for employment but may have a
propensity for success.
http://www.caresms.org/transition%20newletter.htm
The National Technical Institute for the Deaf is the worldŐs first and largest technological college for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. As one of eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology, NTID provides excellent academic programs; outstanding access and support services; and diverse educational, social, and personal development opportunities for students. http://www.ntid.rit.edu
Jot a Dot is the newest
innovation in Braille writing, available for a fraction of the cost of a
traditional Brailler. http://www.jotadot.com.au/index.php?x=home
HR Management Services
Established in 1986, HRMS is a
professional service firm integrating the PC, Internet, and Video Technology
with traditional recruitment, employment, and job training services. We are
committed to leading the employment services industry by offering innovative
technology and superior services that help qualified job seekers and employers
find each other. http://www.hrms.net
KASA is a national, grassroots
network of youth with special needs and our friends, speaking on behalf of
ourselves. We are leaders in our communities, and we help spread helpful,
positive information among our peers to increase knowledge around various
issues. Those issues include: living with special health care needs, health
care transition issues, education, employment, and many more. We also help
health care professionals, policymakers and other adults in our communities
understand what itŐs like to live with special health care needs and we
participate in discussions about how to help each other succeed. http://www.fvkasa.org
ILO AbilityAsia
The AbilityAsia web site represents the International Labour Organization (ILO)'s Disability Programme in Asia and the Pacific Region. There are 238 million people with disabilities of working age in the Region. These trainees, entrepreneurs, workers and managers demonstrate that if given a chance women and men with disabilities can be successful in the workplace and marketplace. http://www.ilo.org/public/english/region/asro/bangkok/ability/index.htm
Bookshare.org dramatically increases the accessibility of books for people with visual or other print disabilities. Help Bookshare.org build the collection of digital books. http://www.bookshare.org
This booklet has been produced to acquaint therapists and other health workers, as well as clients and careers, with the work that a technical aid to the disabled do to make life a little easier for people with disabilities. It may also serve to brief any potential TAD volunteers on the type of work done in the Custom Designed Aid Service. http://www.technicalaidnsw.org.au/resources/tabook.html
INSTITUTES / CONFERENCES
The Fifteenth Annual APSE
Conference and Training Event - July 11-14, 2004
Indianapolis, Indiana
The conference provides an opportunity for individuals engaged in supported and customized employment to share information, sharpen their skills and re-ignite their commitment to the difficult task of advancing disability employment in their own communities. The conference provides multiple venues for participants to gain new knowledge, based on research and practical experience. Participants will enjoy quality speakers, productive dialogues, formal and informal networking, and exhibitors of tools and techniques to enhance employment outcomes and the lives of people with disabilities. http://www.worksupport.com/Topics/employment.asp
Impact
2004: 6th Annual WebCT User Conference – July 11-15,2004
Orlando, FL
Educators,
course designers and system administrators will come together from all over the
world to share their knowledge of WebCT and online teaching and learning. http://www.webct.com/2004
York, PA
This training covers the five
titles of the ADA. If you are looking for a strong foundation in the basics of
the ADA, this is the training for you! Learn how the ADA affects employment,
business, state and local government, telecommuncations, and more! Registration
fee is $50.00. Registration deadline is June 29; deadline to obtain discounted
hotel rate is June 25, so register early! Contact: Rachel Margolis at the ADA
& IT Information Center at 1-800-949-4232 V/TTY or e-mail adainfo@transcen.org
Third
Annual Bridges to
Employment Conference: Exploring Career Opportunities
for Latinos with Disabilities – July 14-16, 2004
Chicago,
IL
The conference
will provide a national forum about issues concerning disabled Latinos and
employment, and offer a variety of employment and technology training
opportunities. http://www.proyectovision.net/english/bridges/index.html
RESNA's
27th International Conference - June 18-22, 2004
Orlando, FL
RESNA is a community of people who share a passion. Our passion involves
working with people with disabilities and technology. Our annual conference is
an expression of that passion. Come and join an interdisciplinary gathering of
professionals as diverse as the technology and people with whom we work. http://www.resna.org/Conference/2004Conference/Conference2004.php?PHPSESSID=0e65a807a3125aa661c02503966906f5
TOOLS FOR
LIFE: A 21st Century Look at Assistive Technology and Services – July
9-10, 2004
Honolulu, HI
The Tools for
Life Expo and Conference is a collaborative exhibit with concurrent workshops
designed to bring information to individuals with disabilities, their families,
and advocates regarding civil rights laws and technological support options to
maximize independence in society. For information, contact Francine Wai (DCAB)
at accesshi@aloha.net (ph. 586-8121 V/TTY) or Barbara Fischlowitz-Leong (ATRC)
at barbara@atrc.org. (ph. 532-7110 V/TTY
or 1-800-645-3007)
Third Annual Bridges
to Employment Conference: Exploring Career
Opportunties for Latinos with Disabilities - July 14-16, 2004
Chicago, IL
Proyecto Visi—n, through the World
Institute on Disability (WID) and the Committee for the Integration of Latinos
with Disabilities, sponsors this event. The conference includes two days of
workshops, panel discussions, presentations and trainings in English and
Spanish, conducted by employment experts as well as representatives of Latino,
disability, and government organizations/agencies. Sessions topics will cover
job training; resume writing; networking; scholarship, volunteer, internship
and employment opportunities; support for higher education; individual
development accounts; how to look for jobs, prepare for interviews, and
transition from benefits to employment.
Workforce
Innovations 2004 – July 19-21, 2004
Sponsored by
the United States Department of LaborŐs Employment and TrainingAdministration
and co-sponsored by the National Association of Workforce Boards, the annual
Workforce Innovations conference provides attendees vital knowledge of the
latest federal policy developments and funding opportunities, and best
workforce investment system practices from across the nation. This yearŐs
proposed conference tracks are: Policy, Budget and Legislation; Building a
Demand-Driven System; and One-Stop Expectations, Enhancements and Integration. http://www.workforceinnovations.org/index.cfm
The
Missing Link in a Time of Accountability: Academic, Social and Emotional
Learning - July 20, 2004
The
Hunter College Leadership Center
The emphasis on high stakes testing
and mandates to leave no child behind misses
the essence of what makes people successful in life. This forum will address seminal research on how social, emotional
and academic learning that is integrated into the
framework of K-12 schools and higher education can improve student
achievement. Participants will learn from and dialogue with nationally renowned researchers, authors and practitioners.
RSVP @ _jpatti@hunter.cuny.edu_ (mailto:jpatti@hunter.cuny.edu) or call
212-772-4692
to confirm your attendance. Seating is limited.
Discover 70,000 Skilled Workers: Chamber-Job Corps
Showcase 2004 - July 21, 2004
Washington, D.C.
This showcase will bring together a group of executives who understand the challenges faced by their members in finding skilled entry-level employees. Participants will include chamber-Job Corps partnership teams, chamber executives, and industry association executives. It will incorporate lessons learned from chamber-Job Corps demonstration initiatives, presentations by workforce and business leaders, a showcase of successful chamber-Job Corps partnerships from across the nation, and plenty of networking opportunities. http://www.uschamber.info/cwp/notice-description.tcl?newsletter%5fid=2626270
2004 NDDS National Conference - July 22–25,
2004
The 2004 conference, "Empowering, Reaching, Achieving," will bring together parents, family members, professionals, and teens and adults with Down syndrome from across the country for education, networking and celebration. http://www.ndss.org/content.cfm?fuseaction=NwsEvtEvtConfNC
2004 National Youth Leadership Conference - July 24–27,
2004
Washington, D.C.
Conference
goals include helping prepare the next generation of disability leaders and
identifying ways to improve policies and supports for young people with
disabilities. http://www.nyln.org/apply/2004conference.html
Disability
Studies: Putting Theory Into Practice – July 26–28, 2004
Lancaster
University, UK
Disability
Studies is concerned with the inter-disciplinary development of an increasing
body of knowledge and practice, which has arisen from the activities of the
disabled people's movement, and which has come to be known as 'the social model
of disability'. The social model of disability locates the changing character
of disability, which is viewed as an important dimension of inequality, in the
social and economic structure and culture of the society in which it is found,
rather than in individual limitations. http://www.lancs.ac.uk/depts/apsocsci/events/dsa.htm
Innsbruck,
Austria
THEME:
Scanning the Horizon: An International Collaboration On Higher Education and
Disability. This conference will
equip participants with tools and resources to build successful programs and
further develop our network of international colleagues. http://www.unotrac.org/presentations.html
4th National
Asian Deaf Conference - August 4-8, 2004
Honolulu, HI
NADC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to
define and address the cultural,
political and social issues experienced by Asians who are
deaf or hard-of-hearing.
NADC is strengthened by the diversity of its members and
organizations that represent
various geographic regions, languages, religions, cultures
and generations. http://nadc-usa.org/nadcconference
Leadership
Exchange in Arts and Disability - August 12-14, 2004
Washington,
D.C.
Join this unique national professional network of accessibility
coordinators, managers and directors in the cultural arts. The network is
devoted to training emerging leaders and improving existing programs and
facilities in an effort to make the cultural arts accessible to all. For
additional information please contact the Kennedy Center Accessibility
Office at (202) 416-8727 (voice) or (202) 416-8728 (TTY), (202) 416-8802
(fax), or via email at access@kennedy-center.org
Rehabilitation
Services AdministrationŐs 2004 National Employment Conference, Employment and
DisAbility 2004: The VR –
Business Partnership - August 16-18, 2004
Washington, D.C.
The 2004
national event represents a significant departure from previous
conferences. It will target the
infrastructure of the State vocational rehabilitation (VR) agency, especially
the leadership and professional staff responsible for creating and maintaining
employer development,
business relations and large-scale job placement. For additional information
about the 2004 conference, please contact Jenn Rigger at 202-260-2179 or jenn.rigger@ed.gov.
Access 2004: The Small Business Summit - September 7-9,
2004
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce will
host "Access 2004," a two-day Small Business Summit, in Washington,
DC, on September 7-9, 2004. Participants will have a unique opportunity to help
craft the ChamberŐs small business policy agenda for 2005, receive an election
preview, and connect with elected officials. Yolanda
Jacobs
yjacobs@uschamber.com,
Phone: (202) 463-5589
Celebrating a Quarter
Century of Changing Minds: NAMI 2004 Convention -
September 8-12, 2004
Washington, DC
The National Alliance for the
Mentally Ill 2004 convention will celebrate NAMI's 25th anniversary. The
conference will address mental health services, research, forensic issues,
housing, employment, consumer-run programs, fundraising, and other topics of
critical importance to consumers and family members. Breakout VIII, an event
that brings together professionals who provide culturally competent community
mental health services to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, late deafened,
and deafblind, will be held in partnership with the NAMI convention this year. http://www.nami.org
Charting the Course:
Accommodating and Employing People with Disabilities - September 20-21, 2004
JAN's annual symposium offers a unique opportunity for human resource managers, supervisors, and other management professionals to attend workshops presented by JAN consultants, share information with your peers, and gain valuable guidance and resources that can be shared with others in your company or organization. JAN has also invited featured speakers with expertise in employment law, best practices, and disability issues to join them. http://symposium.jan.wvu.edu/Symposium.htm
Advanced ADAAG: How to Conduct
an Accessibility Survey - September 28-30, 2004
Bowie, MD
Advanced ADAAG is a higher level
training for those with previous training and experience with architectural
accessibility. This training explores ADA requirements in great detail.
Participants will conclude the training with a hands-on experience conducting
an accessibility survey. Registration fee is $150.00. Registration deadline is
September 10; deadline to obtain discounted hotel rate is August 27, so
register early!
Contact: Rachel Margolis at
the ADA & IT Information Center at 1-800-949-4232 V/TTY or e-mail adainfo@transcen.org
Denver, CO
The National Mental Health
Consumers' Self-Help Clearinghouse holds the only national conference organized
by and for mental health consumers and survivors.
http://www.mhselfhelp.org/alt2004.html
22nd Annual Closing The Gap
Conference - October 19-23, 2004
Bloomington, Minnesota
Closing The Gap's Annual
Conference has an international reputation as a leading source for information
on innovative applications of computer technology for persons with
disabilities. The 2004 Conference builds on a tradition of providing a
comprehensive examination of the most current uses of technology by persons
with disabilities and the professionals who work with them. http://www.closingthegap.com/index.lasso
7th Annual Accessing Higher
Ground Conference: Assistive Technology and Accessible Media - November 9-10,
2004
Boulder, Colorado
The conference focuses on the
implementation and benefits of assistive technology in university and college
settings for sensory, physical and learning disabilities. Contact Kirk Behnke (kirk.behnke@csun.edu), (818) 677-2578 v/tty/msg, at the Center on Disabilities
for registration and information.
Speakers will include students, consumers, advocates,
professionals and anyone else interested in the conference themes. Detailed
information on themes, suggested topics and a web-based speaker submission form
can be found on our Conference Site located at http://www.neads.ca/conference2004. Any questions can be directed to Jason
Mitschele, Conference 2004 Chair at conference2004@neads.ca
"Beyond the Myths: Successful Collaboration for
Technology Innovators"
A conference and networking event for researchers, vendors and developers -
November 15-17, 2004
The National Center for Technology Innovation is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Technology Innovators Conference (formerly the Annual OSEP Technology Project Directors' Meeting) to be held on November 15-17, 2004, in Washington, DC. http://www.nationaltechcenter.org
RESEARCH / PUBLICATIONS
Web-based Teaching:
Communicating Technical Diagrams with the Vision Impaired
Technical diagrams are an inescapable part of professional life. In the IT (information technology) field, advancement often involves the ability to analyse and design systems, requiring the preparation and interpretation of diagrams. One standard vehicle for achieving this in the object-oriented community is with the Unified Modeling Language (UML). http://opax.swin.edu.au/~303207/OZeWAI20031.html
The Japan Society for Disability
Studies was established in Japan on October 11, 2003, chaired by Jun Ishikawa,
a professor at the International Relations Department at University of Shizuoka.
Professor Ishikawa, who has a Ph.D. in sociology, is also a blind person. http://www.disabilityworld.org/04-05_04/news/japansds.shtml
Electronic media should be a boon
for people with disabilities, but few colleges embrace the many new
technologies that could help. http://chronicle.com/free/v50/i40/40a02301.htm
Brain development and puberty
may be key factors in learning disorders
A Northwestern University study is
the first to suggest that delayed brain development and its interaction with
puberty may be key factors contributing to language-based learning disabilities
such as dyslexia. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2004-06/nu-bda061604.php
GUIDELINES FOR REPORTING AND WRITING ABOUT
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
When writing, itŐs important to be concise, particularly in journalism. However, sometimes the effort to limit wordiness leads to inappropriate references to people with disabilities. http://www.communitygateway.org/faq/writing_guidelines.htm
The new edition of this award-winning book will show you how today's technology is redefining human potential and what it means to have a disability. http://www.ataccess.org/resources/atabook/default.html
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of persons in the disability-related fields that will
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has been sent as a courtesy. If you would like to make news contributions to
the next issue (deadline – July 14th) or if you wish to stop
receiving these messages, please contact the NTAC staff at: ntac@cds.hawaii.edu