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 SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

 

Semi-Monthly e.News – March 15, 2005
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 / Articles

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
NTAC-AAPI Activities

 

NTAC-AAPI will be presenting on the role of mentoring in the employment process for AAPIs with disabilities at the 1). Honoring Tradition and Exploring Innovative Approaches within the Multicultural Spectrum (April 22-23, 2005) in Honolulu, Hawaii and at the 2). 2005 National Leadership Summit on Improving Results for Youth: Policy and Practice Implications for Secondary and Postsecondary Education and Employment for Youth and Disabilities (June 14-15, 2005) in Washington, DC.  NTAC-AAPI will be sharing their expertise on meeting the transition needs of culturally and
linguistically diverse youth with disabilities and their families. NTAC-AAPI will also be sharing keynote sessions at 3). The National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns (NAMRC) Annual Training Conference - Focusing the Future: Realizing Multicultural Rehabilitation Outcomes (July 20-24, 2005) in San Antonio, Texas. See more information on these events below under ÒInstitutes/ConferenceÓ in this issue.

 

NTAC-AAPIs Hire.Us Program
What is the Hire.Us program? Fast, Effective, and Free! The National Technical Assistance CenterÕs 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://www.hireus.cds.hawaii.edu

 

Become an NTAC-AAPI mentor today!  
Despite passage of numerous laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), people with disabilities continue to be unemployed and under-employed at staggering rates.  Mentoring is one concrete way to promote the employment of people with disabilities and develop lasting relationships in your community.  By bringing employers and people with disabilities together, we can help break down employersÕ fears about hiring people with disabilities and increase the confidence of persons with disabilities to secure gainful employment. http://www.ntac.hawaii.edu

 

Multicultural Competence Online Course in Development Stage

NTAC-AAPI is in the developmental stage of creating a credit online course about Multicultural Competence in Working with AAPIs with disabilities.  It is planned to be a web-based, graduate-level distance-learning course offered through the Center on Disability Studies at the University of Hawaii.  It will be open to interested VR counselors, community rehabilitation providers, and educators who have completed a BachelorÕs degree or equivalent.  We would like to assess the demand for this type of course offering.  If you or members of your organization might be interested in enrolling in this prospective course, please email Christine Su at christine.su@cds.hawaii.edu, with an enrollment estimate.  If you would like additional information on the course as it progresses, please include your full name and contact information as well.  Thank you!

 

Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) - Ongoing!

Want hands-on experience in a career of your choice for a day? NTAC-AAPI will match you with a mentor in a career you would like to pursue.  Our last DMD day was a great success where 16 mentees were mentored by the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii Film Studios, Senator Arakaki's office, the Hilton Hawaiian Village, KKEA, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Design Systems, VSA arts of Hawaii Artsplace, The Hawaii State Department of Health, and the Castle Medical Center.  In addition, Mayor Jeremy Harris issued NTAC-AAPI and DMD local coordinators a proclamation acknowledging the efforts and participation of all parties involved.  For information on future Disability Mentoring Days please contact Amy Nawatani, Training Coordinator at 808-956-0947 or email at amy.nawatani@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://www.hireus.cds.hawaii.edu, or for more information please contact Amy Nawatani, Training Coordinator, at amy.nawatani@cds.hawaii.edu or 808-956-0947, TTY 808-956-2890.

 

NTAC-AAPI Subcontractor Activities

Brain Respiration Festival: ÒCreating a Peaceful BrainÓ – March 26, 2005

Includes BR Video, Power Brain Dance and Partner Do In, Report of Results of Maryknoll Pilot Study and Presentation of the BR Vision for Hawaii, Presentation of the ÒHealing Family ProgramÓ, BR Kids Demonstration, BR InstructorÕs Demonstration, Demonstration of Master, and BR Workshop. To register or for more information, call 942-0003.

 

National & International


Live presentations from CSUN 20th Annual Conference Broadcasted
EASI (Equal Access to Software and Information) will be broadcasting live presentations from the Technology and Persons with Disabilities CSUN 20th Annual Conference March 17 from 8 AM Pacific till 5 PM Pacific with a lunch break.  To register for this CSUN broadcast, save a place in the live room and receive links afterwards to the recordings, go to: http://easi.cc/forms/csun2005.htm

 

ÒAinÕt No VictimÓ Peer Support Group for adults with Type 1 diabetes only!
The group meets the last Saturday of every month from 9:30-11:00am Wist Hall Annex, room 123, University of Hawaii, College of Education campus.  For more information, contact Mark Timmins, 808-735-1729, Email: Timmins@hgea.org, or Madeline Harcourt, 808-956-9392, Email: Harcourt@hawaii.edu

 

Indians try to win one for tsunami victims at Special Olympics

Indian athletes at the winter Special Olympics are competing with an extra mission in mind as the only team here from a country lashed by the Asian tsunamis, which hit people with disabilities especially hard. http://south-asia.news.designerz.com/indians-try-to-win-one-for-tsunami-victims-at-special-olympics.html?d20050301

 

CALL FOR PAPERS DUE April 15, 2005

For the September 15 - 16, 2005, WORKPLACE ACCOMMODATIONS: STATE OF THE SCIENCE CONFERENCE, sponsored by the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Workplace Accommodations in Atlanta, GA. This conference will establish a national dialogue on the current state and future directions of workplace accommodations. The conference format will include plenary sessions, paper presentations in breakout sessions, and extensive opportunity for networking and discussion. A goal of the conference will be to develop an agenda for future directions in research, service delivery, and product development based on user needs for workplace accommodations. http://www.workrerc.org/sos

National Technical Institute for the Deaf – July 16-28, 2008
Are you wondering what youÕll do after you graduate from high school?  Come to NTID/RIT for a week this summer and explore your future! http://www.ntid.rit.edu/prospective/eyf.php

Special Pricing for multiple units of Scan and Talk and ReadText
Colligo is pleased to offer your district/s Special Pricing for multiple units of Scan and Talk and ReadText. We find that most educators want to have one document reader (Scan N Talk) so they can scan documents to be read by several single users at workstations or remote locations. These workstations are using page readers (ReadText) for accessing the Internet, reading text files such as PDF, HTML, e-mail, and Word documents. 5 Pack Special Offer to enable a whole classroom (5 User Package) - Regular Price $995.00 - Special Price $735.00 - Package allows five users easy multi-modal access with the clearest voices for less than the average price of a single user software license from programs with less versatility. Please call us Toll Free at [888] 647-3404 or e-mail us at info@colligo.us. Fax purchase orders to (360) 647-5004.

 

Kurzweil 3000 Customer Survey 2005  - deadline April 1, 2005

Kurzweil Educational Systems is conducting a survey of Kurzweil 3000 users. The purpose of the survey is to better understand how our customers view their experiences with Kurzweil Educational Systems and Kurzweil 3000. We would greatly appreciate your filling out the customer survey below. http://survey.kurzweiledu.com/TakeSurvey.asp?EID=52MB625B865BH389LB776BM36B082

 

"Kids Of HOPE" Tsunami Relief Benefit, April 21, 2005

A high profile gala will be held April 21, 2005 to raise desperately needed tsunami relief funds to reconstruct schools and orphanages for Sri Lankan children affected by the tsunami tragedy. The Kids of HOPE gala will be hosted by The Sri Lanka Express Foundation in collaboration with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/3/prweb214701.htm

 

Teacher Institutes: Call for Proposals

The Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) and the National Endowment fot the Arts (NEA) solicit proposals for six entities to design, manage, and engage in the evaluation of one NEA Teacher Institute each. The project requires that the curricula developed at the Institutes be deployed in a grade K-12 school setting, its impact evaluated and the institute and deployment process selectively documented. http://teacher-institute.cgweb.org

 

Social Security Disability Benefit Issues Affecting Transition-Aged Youth - April 13, 2005, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.Eastern Time

This telecast will focus on what school personnel, disability professionals, Benefits Specialists, and parents need to know about Social Security disability benefits for transition-aged youth and will provide specific instruction for using Social Security work incentives to promote employment, facilitate career planning, and enhance earnings capacity during and after secondary education. Presenters will offer strategies for preparing for and handling critical transitions within the Social Security benefits systems, with particular emphasis on issues surrounding the 18th birthday. Failure to consider Social Security benefits issues during transition planning is not just a missed opportunity. Harm can be caused when students and family members are not educated about nor prepared for the effect of earnings on cash benefits and medical insurance. For information, contact Roberta Martin at: rsmartin@mail1.vcu.edu.

 

Harmonising European research into deafness

This month, European medical researchers will gather in Caserta, Italy, for the final meeting of the EU-backed Gendeaf Thematic Network which coordinated research efforts across Europe targeted at understanding genetically inherited deafness. As one project in this field comes to an end, another called EuroHear will kick-off in the coming weeks, while a further project, Bionic Ear, is already delving into the workings of the inner ear. http://europa.eu.int/comm/research/headlines/news/article_05_03_03_en.html

 

 

 

 


POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Learning Services - Associate Director

Provide leadership and supervision for all operations and programs of the Learning Resources Center on the Framingham Campus, including Tutoring Services, Disabilities Services, Reading/Writing Center, Math/Science Center, Library and other academic support services. Coordinate Disability and Tutoring Services on the Wellesley campus. Assist Learning Services Director in development and support of student success programs. Prepare grant proposals and administer awards in support of Learning Resources programs and initiatives. Mail:              Massachusetts Bay Community College

50 Oakland Street, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481, Phone: 781-239-3175, Fax: 781-239-2606, Email: Employment@massbay.edu

 

Interpreter Coordinator
WOU Interpreters serve between 25 and 40 deaf and hard-of-hearing students, as well as deaf faculty and other community members. WOU maintains a supportive work environment and is committed to giving students a well-rounded college experience. Interpreters work in diverse settings, which include undergraduate and graduate classes, theater and performing arts events, campus tours, and one-on-one meetings between students, professors, and other university employees. Mail: Judy Vanderburg, Director, Office of Human Resources, Western Oregon University, 345 N. Monmouth Ave, Monmouth, OR 97361, Phone: 503-838-8490, Fax:      503-838-8144


Recreational Therapist 

NDA is looking for a Recreational Therapist. Individuals applying for this position should either be a Certified Therapist of Recreational Services (CTRS) or working toward certification. Applicants should have good team-building skills as well as the ability to plan and implement activities for a wide-range of groups. Individuals holding this position must be fluent in ASL. NATIONAL DEAF ACADEMY, 19650 US Highway 441 ~ Mount Dora, Florida 32757, Phone: (352) 735-9500 ~ TTY: (352) 735-9570 ~ Fax: (352) 735-4939, http://www.nationaldeafacademy.com

 

Director Disability Resources and Services
The Director of Disability Resources and Services (DRS) is the primary manager for overseeing disability-related accommodations for students at the University. The position supervises the department that facilitates accommodations at Main Campus and coordinates those services at other campuses. The director is responsible for supervising 5 full-time professional and support staff in the department. The director is responsible for managing budgets in excess of $600,000, administering various foundation grants and endowments, and developing other grant projects as needed. The director is the key representative for disability-related matters, acting as the spokesperson at the University for academic and administrative groups/ committees, and representing the University at regional and national conferences. Mail: Human Resources Department, Temple University, 1601 N. Broad Street, USB20, Philadelphia, PA 19122

https://hospats.adminsvc.temple.edu/jobs.htm

 

Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired – deadline April 1, 2005
This position will be responsible for providing sign language interpreting services to hearing impaired students, and at University functions; coordinating schedules for hearing impaired students; developing and instructing a class in American Sign Language; assisting in the location of contract sign-language interpreting services when needed; performing other office administrative duties as needed. Mail:  Mr. Kenneth Manwaring, Division of Human Resources, Georgia Southern University, P.O. Box 8104

Statesboro, GA 30460, Phone: (912) 681-5468, Fax: (912) 681-0325, TDD: (912) 681-0791, Online App. Form: http://jobs.georgiasouthern.edu/forms/forms.htm, Email: employ@georgiasouthern.edu

 

RESOURCES

 

Guam Resources: Government Representatives and Disability Agencies and Organizations

The offices listed on this resource sheet are primarily administrative offices for Guam. Even if an office is not close to your home, they can usually put you in touch with resources in your community, as well as provide you with information and assistance about disability issues in Guam. http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/gu.htm

 

Resource Guide: Veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom

A guide for returning veterans to help them navigate the available benefits and assistance available.  The guide also contains a section for people who are looking for ways to support the troops, with links to organizations who are directly supporting the troops in the field. http://www.veteransforcommonsense.org/files/vcs/guide.cfm

 

Mozilla Beta Version 0.96
A new Beta version of the Mozilla Accessibility Extension is available. http://cita.rehab.uiuc.edu/software/mozilla/index.html

 

National Asian Deaf Congress (NADC)

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 who represent various geographic regions, languages, religions, cultures and generations. NADC will also strive to provide education, empowerment, and leadership for its respective members and organizations. http://www.nadc-usa.org/index.html

 

ReadPlease

Reads any text you see on your screen - all purpose text-to-speech software. http://www.readplease.com

 

Asian Rehabilitation Services (ARS)

We at Asian Rehabilitation Services (ARS) believe in the uniqueness, worth, cultural integrity, and right to human dignity for every person. It is our mission to provide vocational, rehabilitation, and other services by which individuals with disabilities can achieve their highest potential for self-worth and independent living. http://www.asianrehab.org/main.html

 

INSTITUTES / CONFERENCES

 

NATIONAL DEAF ACADEMY'S 2005 CONFERENCE - BEYOND THE BANDAGE: Practical Approaches to Addressing Mental Health and Behavioral Issues in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Classroom - March 16-18, 2005

Lake Buena Vista, FL

This conference is open to Deafness professionals and Mental Health professionals who strive to provide quality services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities internationally. This landmark international event, located at the world renowned Hilton at the Walt Disney Resort, will unite diverse professional and community groups committed to ethical, effective and compassionate services in the area of mental health and Deafness. http://www.nationaldeafacademy.com

 

NCRC Annual Conference – March 16-19, 2005.

Washington, DC

The largest gatherings of economic justice proponents and supporters of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) as a tool for economic development, these conferences typically draw over 500 participants from the U.S. and abroad. They are widely acknowledged for their presentation of cutting-edge ideas and information on the hottest topics – such as predatory lending and "globalization" of the financial industry. For more on NCRCÕs upcoming Annual Conference call Larry Broadwell at 202/628-8866 or email lbroadwell@ncrc.org.

 

Anxiety Disorders Associaltion of America (ADAA) 25th Annual Conference - March 17–20, 2005

Seattle, Washington

The ADAA Annual Conference is the only conference devoted exclusively to anxiety disorders. It provides education for health care professionals, individuals with anxiety disorders and their families, and the media about the nature and management of anxiety disorders. http://www.adaa.org/events/AnnualConference.cfm

 

Performance Measurement for Government - March 22-24, 2005
Washington, DC
At this conference, you will hear proven strategies and practical experiences, firsthand, from leading agencies and practitioners like yourself, on how to improve your management initiatives and practices as stated in the President's Management Agenda. For more information or to reserve your space: 888-362-7400 or 312-362-9100. http://www.aliconferences.com/conferences/government_performance/305.html

 

Healing Arts Festival - March 26, 2005

Honolulu, HI

The Dahn Hak Wellness Center presents the Hawaii Healing Arts festival from 9am to 12pm on March 26, 2005.  The festival will include interactive programs and demonstrations, featuring a special workshop on ÒAwakening your Body & Mind.Ó  Dahn masters will explain brain respiration and discuss brain respiration research.  Admission is $25 for adults and $10 for children and students—bring the whole family!  The festival will be held at the East-West Center, on the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, in Keoni Auditorium.  For further information, call 942-0003.

 

BUILDING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES - March 29-31, 2005

Sacramento, California

An opportunity to learn and share information about the challenges and solutions for helping people with disabilities access training and find employment.  http://www.cce.csus.edu/edd

 

Psycho-Spiritual Integrative Breathwork &Shamanic Art Process - March 26, 2005
Oahu, HI

This shamanic journey process is an outgrowth of depth psychology, ancient indigenous practices, and modern mind-body research. In this safe and nurturing environment you have the opportunity to open to expanded states of consciousness usually only experienced in dreaming or transcendent states where self-healing and re-membering are born. Shake loose old patterns that bind you, free your body and your mind, give your Self time to come out and play and deepen your practice. For registration contact - Shannon at (808) 988-5555, Shannon@DrSimonelli.com, or Nita at (808) 281-5460
nitagage@aol.com

 

2005 China - International Education and Culture Tour – March 29-31, 2005

Beijing, China

The 3-day Programme offers you great opportunities for developing your education business in China through the meetings with officials of Beijing Municipal UNESCO Clubs Association, school leaders and potential international students. Besides you can gain the knowledge of international student placement policy in China, your programme information will be hosted in the national website http://www.bjunesco.gov.cn

 

 

NASP 2005 Annual Convention: Achieving Better Outcomes for Children - March 29-April 2, 2005

Atlanta, Georgia

The NASP 2005 Annual Convention, the world's largest, most important gathering of school psychologists, offers you professional excellence at its best.

http://www.nasponline.org/conventions/index.html

 

Convention 2005: American Academy of Audiology - March 30-April 2, 2005

Washington, DC, United States

Convention 2005 is the world's largest gathering of Audiologists, and it brings together Audiology professionals and industry suppliers for three days of innovative educational and research sessions, a technology filled exhibit hall and an unparalleled opportunity for networking with your peers.  http://www.audiology.org/convention/2005

Unite For Sight Second Annual International Health Conference: "Eyes on International Collaboration: Promoting Health From Campus to Lab to Field" - April 2-3, 2005
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Unite For Sight empowers communities worldwide to improve eye health and eliminate preventable blindness.
http://www.uniteforsight.org/2005_conference_registration.php

Vision 2005 – April 4-7, 2005

London, UK.

The worldÕs largest conference on issues concerning people with sight problems – Themes: Clinical care and integrating rehabilitation, Epidemiology and world blindness, Visual function assessment and visual performance, Education across the lifespan, Advances in technology, designing and constructing for an inclusive environment, Employment. http://www.rnib.org.uk/xpedio/groups/public/documents/code/public_rnib004044.hcsp

 

2004 Career Expo for People with Disabilities – April 8, 2004

New York City, NY

Offers bonus distribution of Equal Opportunity Publication's (EOP) career-guidance/recruitment magazines for the diversified workforce. These job expos are wonderful opportunities for job-seekers and recruiters to meet face to face. http://www.eop.com

 

5th annual Multiple Perspectives Conference: Multiple Perspectives On Access, Inclusion And Disability - April 11–13, 2005

Columbus, Ohio

The workshops are designed to bring a diverse audience together to discuss the full spectrum of disability issues and experiences. To ensure broad participation from the university community, business, state and local government, educators, advocacy organizations, social service agencies, and individuals with disabilities sponsors are sought each year to subsidize conference participants. http://ada.osu.edu/conferences.htm

 

Partnering with Economic Development: Creating the Workforce Advantage - April 12, 2005

Workforce development is one increasingly important element of a comprehensive community economic development strategy. Today, the communities that have workers with the right skills and work ethic have a competitive advantage in attracting new businesses. Workforce Boards have a critical role in developing the skills of employed, unemployed, and emerging workers in order to attract new businesses and to retain and expand the businesses you already have. This session will show you how to build meaningful partnerships for economic development; help you decide which industry clusters you should target for maximum economic impact; and provide benchmarks and examples of how to convert your program operations into a demand-driven system for economic growth. http://www.worknetwork.org/teleseries0405.html

 

AT the EDGE 2005 Conference - April 14-15, 2005

Edmonton, Alberta

AT the EDGE 2005É will showcase assistive technology use by all disability and age groups within education, lifelong learning, employment, and recreation. The conference will be of interest to people who have disabilities, families, special educators, rehabilitation professionals, administrators, service/care providers, government officials, and hardware/software developers.  http://www.acrat.ca/20068_1890.asp

 

MAKING SENSE: AUTISM AND SENSORY PROCESSING - April 15, 2005

Denver, CO
We carefully put together an outstanding learning experience taught by an impressive array of presenters, for therapists, educators, parents and others interested in the subject matter as well as medical, mental health and other professionals working with children.

http://www.KIDFoundation.org/conference

10TH ANNIVERSARY TCC Worldwide Online Conference: "Looking Back Towards THE FUTURE?" - April 19-21, 2005
Pre-Conference Dates: April 5-6, 2005
You are invited to join us in our 10th anniversary and celebration of the TCC Worldwide Online Conference. We are working with a new name with the same goals -- sharing expertise, experiences and knowledge among faculty and staff relevant to the use of information technology in learning, teaching and related academic services to university and college students worldwide. TCC now represents "Technology, Colleges and Community." It is the longest running online conference designed for university and college practitioners including faculty, academic support staff, counselors, student services personnel, and administrators.  http://tcc.kcc.hawaii.edu

THE WESTERN SYMPOSIUM ON DEAFNESS - April 20-23, 2005

San Diego, CA
The goal of the Western Symposium on Deafness (WSD) is to bring forth the latest knowledge in empowerment, education and employment of individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late deafened, and deaf-blind. With these key concepts in mind, the conference strands will focus on postsecondary education, rehabilitation, community services and technology. These strands were chosen to reflect the growing recognition of the need for interagency collaboration to facilitate service provision and improve the quality of the work we do. http://wrocc.csun.edu


Honoring Tradition and Exploring Innovative Approaches within the Multicultural Spectrum - April 22-23, 2005 
Honolulu, HI
No Na ÔOihana Kokua Conference ÒFor the Helping ProfessionalsÓ.
Practitioners, theorists, and advocates from across the country will share their expertise in translating the theoretical and practical foundations of the counseling profession into effective and respectful use for a multicultural population.  Keynote speakers include Kenneth A. Wesson, Educational Consultant, and Susan Eubanks, NCC, NSC, LPC, NBCC.  There will also be pre-conference programs in multicultural skills training.  Contact Rosie Woodruff, woodruff@hawaii.edu or 808-956-3456.


JOINING FORCES: COLLABORATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR INCLUSIVE RECREATION EXPANSION" – April 27-29, 2005
Chatham, MA
The conference-style symposium will provide workshops on hands-on techniques for inclusive cycling, kayaking, bird watching, and trails programs. Successful partnerships will also be highlighted through presentations on collaborative models to make your programs more accessible. Opportunities to learn about fundraising strategies and to visit accessible park facilities will also be included. Phone: (413) 527-8980, Email: bryce@alloutadventures.org


ÒFROM RECOVERY TO DISCOVERY" CONFERENCE ON TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH - May 2, 2005

Long Beach, CA
Keynote Speaker is Hewitt ÒRustyÓ Clark, Ph.D. Dr. Clark is a leading authority on young adults with emotional and behavioral disorders. Sponsored by The National Mental Health Association of Greater Los Angeles and the MHA Village.

http://www.cimh.org/downloads/save_the_date_final.pdf

 

"TRANSITIONAL JOBS: A CRITICAL REENTRY EMPLOYMENT STRATEGY" - May 5 - 6, 2005
Washington D.C.
Keynote Speaker will be Cheri Nolan, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Sponsored by the National Transitional Jobs Network, and the Fifth Annual Transitional Jobs. http://www.transitionaljobs.net/Events.htm

 

Annual Pathways - Learning Disabilities Conference - May 5-6, 2005

Sudbury, Ontario

For parents, educators, and high school students at Cambrian College. This year, we are pleased to add an additional PRE-CONFERENCE day that is specifically designed for learning strategists, assistive technologists, special education teachers, and educational assistants! http://homepages.cambrianc.on.ca/pathways

 

National Training Conference (NTC) – May 9-11, 2005

Washington, DC
National Training Conference (NTC), a 3-day conference, will focus on the employment, advancement, retention, and culture of Government employees who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing as well as hearing employees. The conference will also focus on ways to foster communication among hearing and Deaf individuals, regardless of communication modes such as sign language or spoken English. http://www.dhhig.org/ntc/2005/index.htm

 

8th Annual ACT National WorkKeys Conference: Unlock the Potential - May 9-11, 2005

Chicago, Illinois

The goal of this conference is to create an arena for the mutual exchanges of relevant WorkKeys information. One-hour session facilitators should plan a 45-minute presentation. The remaining 15 minutes will be reserved for Q&A. http://www.act.org/workkeys/conf/info.html

 

Social Work in Disability and Rehabilitation: Policy, Program Development, and Service Provision in Community-Based Settings - May 9-11, 2005

New York City

Featured Topics include: Advocacy/Self- Determination, Aging, Case Management, Clinical Issues & Practice, Day/Residential Services, Employment, Family Supports, Health Care, Life Planning, Offenders with Disabilities, Management/Supervisory, Policy/Legislative, and Social Work Education. http://yai.org

 

"BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES" INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE – May 9-13, 2005

New York City
IN - DEPTH SESSIONS ON: Advocacy/Self-Determination, Aging, Autism/AspergerÕs Syndrome, Clinical Issues & Practices, Day Services, Dual Diagnosis, Early Childhood, Employment Training, Family Supports, Health Care/Medical, Inclusion, Learning Disabilitie, Legal, Ethical & Policy Issues, Life Planning, Management/Supervisory, Media/Public Relations, Profound MR/D, Psychopharmacology, Quality of Life, Residential Services, Sexuality, Special Education, Staf f Training, Technology, Transitions, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), WomenÕs Issues, and Workforce

http://www.yai.org

 

 

2005 Accessibility University - May 13-14, 2005

Austin, Texas

An intensive, two-day training conference to provide professional web masters all they need to know about how and why to create web sites that meet federal, state, and industry mandates for accessibility. Accessibility University will help you develop policy, meet standards, understand how to use testing tools and much much more. You will have the

unequalled opportunity to meet accessibility experts and learn from them how to ensure that your online applications are accessible to everyone. For more information, contact Sherry Scott, sherry@knowbility.org

 

2005 IRMA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE – May 15-18, 2005

San Diego, California

IRMA is an international professional organization dedicated to furthering the professionalism of its members. IRMA brings together researchers, practitioners, academicians, and policy makers in information technology management. http://www.irma-international.org/conferences/2005/index.asp

 

National ADA Symposium and Expo May 17-19, 2005
Kansas City-Overland Park Convention Center
A comprehensive training event on the Americans with Disabilities Act and related disability issues, including accessible information technology. Presenters are nationally recognized experts in their fields. http://www.adaupdate.org/Symposium.html

 

2005 American Deafness and Rehabilitation Association (ADARA) National Conference - May 26–29, 2005

Orlando, Florida

The biennial conference brings together a variety of professionals who seek to improve education, employment, mental health, and advocacy services for members of our community. The upcoming conference theme, Navigating the Course to Quality Services, emphasizes the commitment ADARA members share in striving for the highest quality services possible and the desire that ADARA members have to collaborate with others in their efforts. http://www.adara.org

 

FOURTH ANNUAL BRIDGES TO EMPLOYMENT CONFERENCE: EXPLORING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR LATINOS WITH DISABILITIES - June 1-3, 2005

Raleigh, NC.

This year Proyecto Visi—n is bringing its annual Bridges to Employment Conference for Latinos with Disabilities to the South. Providing a vast array of job connections and technology training opportunities, the conference is a national forum about issues concerning Latinos with disabilities. http://www.proyectovision.net/english/bridges/index.html

 

CHHA Conference 2005 - Natural Sounds - June 2 -4, 2005

Kelowna, British Columbia

A variety of booths representing the many areas that affect the everyday lives of hard of hearing people including displaying and demonstrating the latest technology to improve the lives of hard of hearing Canadians.

http://www.chha.ca/conference/conference_index.htm

 

CollaborativeAssistive Technology Conference - June 9 -11, 2005

Westminster, Colorado

Attendees will learn about local and national perspectives on state-of-the-art assistive technology devices and services. Don't miss the largest assistive technology conference in the Rocky Mountain Region, with attendance estimated at over 600. With over 70 sessions geared toward every age and disability, there is something for everybody! Presenters are among the most respected in their fields.

http://www.uchsc.edu/atp/conf2005/conf2005main.htm

 

VSA ARTS IN EDUCATION CONFERENCE - June 10-11, 2005

Washington, D.C.

The VSA arts in Education Conference is a unique opportunity to explore how to create and support inclusive learning environments that value the importance of arts in education. Through presentations on best practices from around the world, discover programs and research that provide students with disabilities unquestioned access to artistic, academic, and social growth. Learn about new ideas, resources, and tools that you can use to build and strengthen your work, school, and community. http://www.vsartsfestival.org

Deaf Women & HIV/AIDS in Africa: No Time to Wait - June 10-12, 2005

Washington, DC

The Deaf Women and HIV/AIDS in Africa conference is open to anyone interested in broadening their knowledge of issues related to overcoming obstacles to identifying, communicating with and treating deaf women in Africa who have HIV or AIDS. Through a series of presentations, roundtable discussions and exhibits, participants will heighten awareness of the plight of deaf women in Africa with HIV or AIDS and acquire the information tools necessary to bring about change. http://www.deafafricanwomen.org/index.htm

 

NATIONAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT ON IMPROVING RESULTS: POLICY AND PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS FOR SECONDARY AND POSTSECONDAY EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT FOR YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES - June 14-15, 2005

Washington, DC.

The 2005 National Leadership Summit brings together state teams of leaders
and policymakers to strengthen the capacity of states to scale up policy and
practices for improved high school experiences and postschool outcomes for
all youth. The 2005 National Leadership Summit will feature nationally recognized
researchers and practitioners in two rounds of concurrent sessions which
will be held on June 14 from 1:15-2:30 p.m. and 2:45-4:00 p.m.

http://www.ncset.org/summit05


THE REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION NATIONAL TRANSITION CONFERENCE June 16 - 17, 2005

Washington, DC.

The conference will be designed to improve individual and group services being provided to youth with disabilities, such as coordination and collaboration, consultation and technical assistance, vocational assessments, career exploration, mentoring, work experiences, techniques that foster student self determination, informed choice and self advocacy skills and career placement. This groundbreaking conference will be the first of its kind for RSA.  It will provide two levels of learning experiences.  The first tier will concentrate on techniques and practices aimed at improving direct services to youth with disabilities.  The second tier will provide technical assistance to VR and special education administrators to help them identify model methods of administration that can be jointly employed to increase collaboration and infuse innovative practices within a school system or VR agency to improve performance and increase successful outcomes. The conference is designed to immediately follow the National 2005 Leadership Summit conducted by the Office of Special Education Programs and the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition.  This design is intended to foster continued collaboration and learning opportunities among school and VR personnel.  Five hundred participants are expected.  For more information, contact Melodie P. Johnson with RSA at Melodie.Johnson@ed.gov.

 

Focusing the Future: Realizing Multicultural Rehabilitation Outcomes - July 20-24, 2005
San Antonio, Texas

There will be ample time not only for learning, but for networking. Our keynoters will be representatives of the Rehabilitation Services Administration funded Technical Assistance Centers focusing on Latino/as, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and the Howard University Rehabilitation Research & Training Center focusing on African Americans. Send Reg & Fees Ms. Felicia Hunter, Chief Operating Officer, 19380 Magnolia, Southfield, MI 48075, Phone: (313) 964-3900, X-312 or FAX: (313) 964-399, Email: fhunter@goodwilldetroit.org.

 

RESNA's 28th International Conference on Technology & Disability - June 23–27, 2005

Atlanta, Georgia

RESNA takes the 2005 Conference to Atlanta , GA , where assistive technology's leading researchers, renowned clinicians, and policy experts will create a conference program with unmatched levels of knowledge and expertise. RESNA will again offer a packed Exhibit Hall, Product Demonstrations and Training sessions, two days of Pre-Conference Instructional Courses, and 3 full days of Workshops, Interactive Poster Sessions, Themed Paper Sessions, and distinguished speakers.  http://www.resna.org

 

5th Annual MERLOT International Conference - July 25 – 28, 2005

Nashville, Tennessee

Our goal is to engage you in preparing for what lies beyond the horizon with the globalization of digital teaching and learning through pre-conference workshops, concurrent sessions, round tables, hands-on workshops, panel sessions in addition to our thought-provoking keynote addresses by world renowned leaders in higher education and technology. http://conference.merlot.org/conference/2005

 

Deaf Women United: 10th National Conference – June 25-29, 2005

Ellicott City, MD

Deaf Women United conference is a first class event for every deaf and hard of hearing women to benefit! Understanding what DWU offers as well as your role in participating is the key to success. http://www.dwu.org/conference/2005

 

Instructional Technology and Education of the Deaf, An International Symposium - June 27–30, 2005

Rochester, New York

The program will focus on the education of deaf students in K-12 and postsecondary environments using technology from around the world. Among international participants, there will be representation from five international postsecondary programs serving deaf students. These professionals will present and discuss issues related to technology and education. http://www.rit.edu/%7Etechsym

 

ICORR 2005: 9th International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics

Frontiers of the Human-Machine Interface - June 28 - July 1, 2005

Chicago, Illinois

ICORR highlights the most recent advances in the basic sciences of rehabilitation robotics. This conference will focus on a number of topics, including the themes of: Assistive Robotics, Therapeutic robotics, Brain-machine interfaces for rehabilitation, Robotics in Prosthetics and Orthotics, Hardware and control developments for rehabilitation, Evaluation Methods and Clinical Experience, Biorobotics and Biomimetics, Basic Science and Sensory/Motor Control Learning. http://www.smpp.northwestern.edu/ICORR2005/index.htm

 

National Federation of the Blind Conventions 2005 National Convention - July 2-8, 2005

Louiseville, KY

NFB conventions give government representatives, agency administrators, and leaders in politics, business, and industry the opportunity to address and respond to a large nationwide audience primarily of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The topics of interest include: relevant civil rights issues; rehabilitation of the blind for competitive employment; the operation of vending facilities by blind persons on public property; specialized library services for the blind; Social Security and Supplemental Security Income programs; advancements in technology; the organization and funding of federal programs; and other timely topics. Legislative proposals, new laws, administrative policy, and program changes are all considered during the convention. http://www.nfb.org/convent/convens2.htm

 

Telecommunications for the Deaf Conference - July 11-13, 2005

New Orleans, LA

TDI (also known as Telecommunications for the Deaf, Inc.) was established in 1968 originally to promote further distribution of TTYs in the deaf community and to publish an annual national directory of TTY numbers. Today, it is an active national advocacy organization focusing its energies and resources to address equal access issues in telecommunications and media for four constituencies in deafness and hearing loss, specifically people who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, late-deafened, or deaf-blind.

http://www.tdi-online.org

 

12th World Conference of the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment (ICEVI) - July 16 - 21 2006

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment (ICEVI) is a global association of individuals and organisations that promotes equal access to appropriate education for all visually impaired children and youth so that they may achieve their full potential. http://www.icevi.org

 

"STRENGTHENING TRANSITION: ACHIEVING RESULTS" 2005 PA COMMUNITY ON TRANSITION CONFERENCE - July 20-22, 2005

State College, PA.

The primary purpose of this conference is to expand the capacity of community partners in promoting the successful transition of youth/young adults with disabilities to postschool outcomes of employment, post-secondary education and training, community, participation and healthy lifestyles. Participants will have the opportunity to learn new information about successful practices to assist youth/young adults with disabilities in achieving successful post-school outcomes. In addition, participants will obtain new ideas from other practices, and have the opportunity to listen, share information, and network. A feature of this yearÕs conference will be the inclusion of youth/young adults with disabilities and/or families/caregivers, highlighting current or past transition experiences.

http://www.paproviders.org/Pages/General_News_Archive/Transition_Conference_Call_021605.pdf

 

The National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns (NAMRC) Annual Training Conference - Focusing the Future: Realizing Multicultural Rehabilitation Outcomes - July 20-24, 2005
San Antonio, Texas

We hope you will be able to join us and be a part of the NAMRC family. There will be ample time not only for learning, but for networking. Our keynoters will be representatives of the Rehabilitation Services Administration funded Technical Assistance Centers focusing on Latino/as, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and the Howard University Rehabilitation Research & Training Center focusing on African Americans.  http://www.rcepv.siu.edu/namrc/conference2004.htm

 

HCI International 2005 – July 22-27, 2005

Las Vegas, NV
The conference objective is to provide an international forum for the dissemination and exchange of scientific information on theoretical, generic, and applied areas of HCI, usability, internationalization, virtual reality, universal access and cognitive ergonomics. http://www.hci-international.org/index.asp

 

"NAVIGATING THE WAY" 16TH ANNUAL APSE CONFERENCE - July 24 - 27, 2005

Mobile, AL

The Alabama Association for Persons in Supported Employment conference will be held at the Mobile Convention Center, a premier meeting and convention facility. The Convention Center is a remarkable structure, featuring an award winning design and state-of-the-art equipment and services. http://www.al-apse.org/calendar.htm

 

ISEC 2005 - August 1-4 2005

Glasgow, Scotland

This prestigious international conference ÒInclusion: Celebrating DiversityÓ is being organised by the University of Strathclyde in partnership with the National Association for Special Educational Needs.  For further information please contact Lucy Alder by e-mail at the Professional Development Unit [PDU], Faculty of Education, University of Strathclyde, email address isec.2005@strath.ac.uk.

 

AHEAD 2005 "Meeting the Profession" - August 2-6, 2005

Milwaukee, WI

The annual international AHEAD conference brings together professionals in the fields of higher education and disability for a week of information-sharing, networking and theoretical and practical training. http://www.ahead.org/training/conference/index.htm

 

8th Annual RSA Project Director's Conference - August 8-10, 2005
Washington, DC

This is the 8th Annual RSA Conference, centering on the following theme: ÒCustomer Satisfaction:  Paving the Way to Success.Ó  Attendees will hear the latest updates on project outcomes, impacts, and products from Project Officers across the country.  Presentations will describe effective practices and progress from RSA-funded projects on the following topics:  building effective relationships with clients, creating a welcoming atmosphere and encouraging success, measuring customer satisfaction, and techniques and tools that work. The RSA Conference is a great opportunity to network, collaborate, and partner.  For conference registration information, call Gayle Lawler at 1-800-444-4406, or FAX 315-451-4676.

 

Accessible Design in the Digital World Conference 2005 - August 23-25, 2005

Dundee, Scotland

The conference will explore the frontiers of inclusive design in the real world. It will examine some of the challenges in implementing the numerous guidelines and meeting legal responsibilities. There will be opportunities for discussion and debate among those at the front-line of design and development work and those providing guidance regarding accessible and inclusive design.  http://www.accessinthedigitalworld.org

 

Deaf Seniors of America 2005 Conference: Computer Classes August 30-31, 2005

Puzzled about using e-mail or surfing the WWW? Come to DCARAÕs computer lab and learn! http://www.dcara.org/DSAComputerTrainingFlyer2.htm

 

8th Biennial National Conference of Deaf Seniors of America - August 31-September 4, 2005

San Francisco, CA

Conference sessions will cover the most current issues and interests facing Deaf Senior Citizens today and in the immediate future. This is an ideal opportunity for exhibitors to showcase and network their products and services at display hours arranged to encourage attendance at all the booths. http://www.deafseniors.com

 

2005 International College Teaching Methods & Styles (CTMS) Conference - September 19-21, 2005

Reno, Nevada

The CTMS Conference gives those in the profession of teaching a forum for discussion by faculty about all areas affecting teaching and learning, gives faculty the opportunity to share proven, innovative pedagogies and thoughtful, inspirational insights about teaching.

The main goal of the conference is to provide an opportunity for academics to come together and share ideas for different teaching methods and styles. http://www.ctmsconference.com

 

"MANY VOICES, ONE VISION" DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SUMMIT - September 21-24, 2005

Washington D.C.

Alliance for Full Participation Summit 2005: Many Voices, One Vision, is an opportunity for all those committed to making the promises inherent in the Developmental Disabilities Act for Americans a reality to come together to dream, plan and organize around a common vision, to forge a common social reform action agenda that re-energizes disability advocates and establishes a set of shared action, program and policy goals for the decade ahead. http://www.allianceforfullparticipation.org/news/060604.asp

 

Alliance for Full Participation Summit - September 22-23, 2005

Washington, DC

The Alliance for Full Participation will host a 2005 Summit: Many Voices, One Vision to bring together those committed to making the promises inherent in the Developmental Disabilities Act for Americans a reality. Over twelve hundred individuals are expected to attend to help craft a new strategic policy and social agenda in support of full participation, and to carry that agenda forward in their communities following the Summit. http://www.allianceforfullparticipation.org/main

 

JAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE - September 26-27, 2005

San Francisco, CA.

Job Accomodation Network staff and other experts will answer questions such as . . .

How does an employer recruit, hire, retain, promote, and accommodate employees with disabilities? What strategies have employers implemented to facilitate successful and cost-effective accommodations? What do laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) say about employing individuals with disabilities?

http://www.jan.wvu.edu/new/index.htm

 

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsÕ LEAD Conference - September 29 October 1, 2005

Scottsdale, AZ

Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD) was established in 1999 to address the growing interests and need for information on accessibility. Accessibility has become a top priority for theaters, museums and other arts organizations that have dedicated themselves to making the arts accessible to all.  For more information, contact Eileen Bagnall at ARTability (602) 757-8118 or (520) 631-6253

 

11th Annual National Conference on Rural Independent Living – October 8-10, 2005

Honolulu, HI

The Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL) is a national network of rural centers for independent living (CILÕs) and other organizations and individuals concerned with the unique aspects of rural independent living. APRIL is organized to promote independence and strive for full rights and benefits for individuals with disabilities living in rural environments. http://www.april-rural.org

 

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS: IMPROVING STUDENT OUTCOMES IN A DIVERSE WORLD - October 20-22, 2005

Albuquerque, NM.

The Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT) of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) welcomes you to our thirteenth international conference. As we reach new heights in the field of career development and transition, we recognize the continuing need to focus on improving outcomes for students living in a diverse world. This yearÕs conference presents informative discussions, presentations, and research to national, state, and local professionals, leaders and families on critical issues facing children, adolescents and young adults with disabilities as they prepare for adult life. http://www.dcdt.org

 

RESEARCH / PUBLICATIONS / ARTICLES

 

AUCD Applauds Representatives Terry and Capps for Introducing Legislation to Address Direct Workforce Shortage

The Association of University Centers on Disabilities applauds Representatives Lee Terry (R-NE) and Lois Capps (D-CA) for introducing the bipartisan Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act of 2005. This bill would take important steps to ensure that direct support professionals are paid wages and benefits that enable them to stay in their jobs and provide the critical services that people with disabilities rely upon. The bill would address the crises in those programs funded by the federal/state Medicaid program. http://www.aucd.org/press_room/workforce_bill.htm

 

How about regular schools for special children [India News]
Remember the deaf-blind heroine of the film "Black" who goes to a regular college? That's exactly what activists for the physically challenged are demanding as they press for "inclusive education". As India continues to be one of the most disabled-unfriendly countries in the world, activists feel sending such children to regular educational institutions is the best way to prepare them for the normal world. http://news.newkerala.com/india-news/?action=fullnews&id=80571

 

 

Study: Eye contact triggers threat signals in autistic children's brains

Brain tests at the University of Wisconsin-Madison suggest that autistic children shy from eye contact because they perceive even the most familiar face as an uncomfortable threat. The work deepens understanding of an autistic brain's function and may one day inform new treatment approaches and augment how teachers interact with their autistic students. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2005-03/uow-sec030405.php



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