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 – January 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

 

Mark Your Calendars for Your Professional Development and Retreat in Sunny Hawaii!
Pac Rim 2005 Conference on Disability (CDS & NTAC) - February 28 - March 1, 2005 More information under Ò Institutes/Conferences in this e.News.

National Capacity Building Institute: Enhancing Transition to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Youth with Disabilities through Culturally Relevant Supports, Services, and Education Multiple Identities/Multiple Strengths - March 2-3, 2005

Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu, HawaiÕi

This CBI will critically explore the successful preparation for and transition to postsecondary education and employment for youth with disabilities in the context of cultural and linguistic diversity. Speakers will offer suggestions fo practices that create or strengthen culturally relevant support services, educational environments, assessment tools, and community/family partnerships. Presentations, workshops, and roundtable discussions will cover: *Specific strategies for identifying and transforming hidden biases that undermine full access and success for youth with disabilities in education, transition, and employment. *Professional development information, training, resources for educators, support professionals, and employers. *Empowering and supporting students, family members, and community members to participate in the transition process. *Understanding the over representation in special education / under representation in gifted/talented programs of students from diverse backgrounds and how this effects the transition process. *Ensuring improvements in professional development for persons working with youth with disabilities in secondary and postsecondary education settings.

The Institute is free to participants. Registration is required. Register online at: http://www.ncset.hawaii.edu. For more information or to register by mail please contact Velina Sugiyama, NCSET, Center on Disability Studies, 1776 University Avenue, UA 4-6, Honolulu, HI 96822. Tel: 808-956-5688. Fax: 808-956-7878. Email: velina@hawaii.edu

 

NTAC-AAPI Full-Time Coordinator

Duties: Develop and strengthen working relationships with State vocational rehabilitation administrators and service providers nationwide;  Coordinate outreach and training activities; Produce information, training, evaluation materials; Provide training workshops; and Other project-related duties as assigned. Applicant needs to be able to work independently and reliably. Minimum qualifications: Masters degree from an accredited institution in education, psychology, or a related field, specialization in one of the following areas: rehabilitation counseling, disability studies, multicultural competency training; Desirable qualifications: Experience working at vocational rehabilitation service programs; Teaching experience with students in post-secondary education; experience working with AAPI with disabilities; excellent writing and presentation skills. Pay range: $ 36,720 or negotiable depending on experience. To apply: Send letter of application, clearly specify the position applying for and address how you meet the qualifications for the position and forward a resume; transcripts of graduate degrees; and three letters of work-related references to: Application address: Dr. Soon Kim-Rupnow, NTAC-AAPI Project Director, Center on Disability Studies, University of Hawaii, 1776 University Avenue, UA 4-6, Honolulu, HI 96822. Inquiries: Dr. Soon Kim-Rupnow 808-956-5712 kimrupno@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!

 

NTAC-AAPIs Hire.Us Program
Congratulations to ESC, Oahu Job Links, UPMC, and the State Of Hawaii Department Of Education, 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 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

 

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.


National & International

 

Professional Fellowship Program – deadline February 1, 2005

The professional fellowship program at NTID is a full-tuition fellowship for deaf or hard-of-hearing students who choose to pursue selected technical programs of study. The purpose of this fellowship is to expand options for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons in the areas of professional and technical employment by providing the opportunity to earn a masterÕs degree. Applicants will be notified after May 1. For application materials and more information, contact: NTID Office of Outreach and Transition Services, 585-475-2087 (voice/TTY) ambnes@rit.edu

 

POST-SECONDARY TRANSITION, PLANNING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT – Now through April 1, April 8 and June 30, 2005

Teach students the artistic and business skills necessary to become successful artists. Students will learn to use a variety of media to create exhibition quality art; learn the various techniques associated with each media area that is necessary to produce exhibition and marketable quality art.  Class instruction will support and enable students in the development of their personal art portfolios.

Government Offers Abuse "Forum" Rather Than Inquiry

Some former residents of New Zealand psychiatric institutions, who claim they were abused as children at the facilities, were outraged last week over news that the government would simply set up a forum for them to talk about their allegations, and provide counseling for them. http://www.inclusiondaily.com/archives/04/12/121304nzinstabuse.htm

 

NIST & The Help America Vote Act (HAVA)

The Help America Vote Act (HAVA), enacted by Congress in October 2002, has given the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) a key role in helping to realize nationwide improvements in voting systems by January 2006. NISTÕs Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) is coordinating the agencyÕs HAVA efforts through its expertise in areas such as computer security and usability. http://vote.nist.gov

 

2005 Pearl City Creative Arts Classes - Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 - Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2005: Register Now! December 13, 2004-January 10, 2005

CLASSES include Holiday projects, watercolor, drawing and painting, textiles, jewelry making, Hawaii beach glass jewelry making, pulp art, photography, and pottery.

More information, 808-455-6002 or email millers@hawaii.edu. http://www.vsartshawaiipacific.org/

 

Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship – deadline – February 15, 2005

The Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is a new national organization devoted solely to the financial scholarship needs of Asian and Pacific Islander American students. It's mission is to forge partnerships building a national Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship organization that supports and encourages all Asian and Pacific Islander American students to pursue higher education, thereby developing future leaders who will contribute back to their communities, and ultimately, strengthening America. http://www.apiasf.org

 

National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute Survey on the Performance of Youth Who Are Blind/Visually Impaired in the areas of Math and Science

Based on anecdotal reporting, and studies such as the Special Education Elementary Longitudinal Study (SEELS), we know that students who are blind or visually impaired lag behind their sighted peers in the areas of science and math. The intention of this survey is to build on previous research and identify more precisely the resources required to improve the participation and success level in science and math of students who are blind or visually impaired. http://www.aph.org/edresearch/nfbsurvey.html

 

VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific Meetings – Calendar Year 2005

VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific meetings will be closed captioned for members and guests who are deaf or hard of hearing. Sign Language Interpreters will be scheduled upon request up to 72 hours prior to the each monthly meeting. (call HSOD/VSA TTY to arrange an interpreter). Audio and written transcription of minutes available upon request. Second Saturday of each month - 4-6 p.m., Hawaii Artsplace, 2201 Waimano Home Road - 455-6002, January 8, Feburary 12, March 12, April 9, May 14, July 9, August 13, September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10. For more information, email millers@hawaii.edu.

 

Canadian of the year: Chantal Petitclerc

In wheelchair racing, as in many sports, strategy will only get you so far. You can "draft" for a while in a competitor's wake, preserving energy until you're ready to make your move. Or you can use your position against the racers trailing you, forcing them to the outer lanes where they have to cover more ground. But at some point, every race comes down to willpower, and in 15 years of competition, Chantal Petitclerc has exerted plenty of it. When the finish line looms and her opponents' arms are burning, she draws from some unknown reserve of strength and determination, routinely dashing the hopes of athletes who thought they could keep up. http://www.macleans.ca/topstories/canada/article.jsp?content=20041227_95949_95949

 

Asian Pacific American (APA) Scholarships

The Organization of Chinese Americans recognizes the lack of access to quality education and resources for underserved communities, including the Asian Pacific American (APA) community. Therefore, OCA currently administers three different scholarship programs for Asian Pacific American students and an annual essay contest. http://www.ocanatl.org/bin/start

 

Winston Gordon Award Nominations – deadline April 1, 2005

The Winston Gordon Award is awarded for significant advances in, or applications of, technology in the field of blindness and visual impairment. The Award is given for significant advancements in, or applications of, technology that are demonstrated to provide useful benefits to people who are blind or visually impaired. There is no restriction regarding age or citizenship. For further information, contact: Chair, Winston Gordon Award Selection Committee, The Canadian National Institute for the Blind, 1929 Bayview Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4G 3E8, E-mail: winstongordonaward@cnib.ca, Fax: (416) 480-7000, http://www.cnib.ca

 

VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific Weavers attend Asia-Pacific VSA arts Festival Saori Weaving Workshop in Osaka
Honolulu Weavers Isaac Lau and Wendy Albios and VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific board member Norrin Lau represented the VSA arts of Hawaii Artists Cooperative at the Asia-Pacific VSA arts International Festival in Osaka in December. Lau and Albio attended the Saori Weaving Workshop as a post festival activity. VSA arts of Hawaii-Pacific weaving studio is outfitted with Saori Looms funded in part by a grant from the Atherton Family Foundation in 2004. Isaac Lau's photo gallery is located at
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/eyezlang99/album?.dir=/7417.src=ph.tok=phwIITCBKQTXOa36

 

NTID and IRS Benefit Deaf Entrepreneurs

The Business Careers Department at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), a college of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Division of Taxpayer Education and Communication, announces Starting Your Small Business Successfully-The Journey of Writing Your Business Plan, a series of six workshops designed specifically for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals who own a small business or are thinking about starting one. Pre-registration for each workshop is required. Contact Pfuntner, mjpnvd@rit.edu (e-mail), or call 585-475-6606 (voice/TTY) to register for workshops in the series.

 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Staff Interpreter

Reporting to the Associate Director for the DRC and receiving work lead direction from the Coordinator for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program and the Lead Interpreter, the Staff Interpreter performs interpreting and transliterating services for university Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, faculty and staff. Working independently under general supervision, this position supports the integration of Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing individuals in the classroom and other settings by facilitating communication, employing voice to sign and sign to voice interpretation for deaf professionals and their colleagues to participate fully in academic and related functions. Apply: Human Resources Service Group, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0046, Phone: 408-924-2250, Fax: 408-924-2257, TDD: 408-924-2265, Online App. Form: http://www.sjsu.edu/hr/jobopps, Via Email: hrsg@sjsu.edu

 

Assistive Technology Specialist
The Assistive Technology Specialist provides functional support for students with disabilities served by the Disabled Students' Program, TRIO/Student Support Services (TRIO/SSS), and the Disabled Students Residence Program (DSRP). Duties of the position are performed independently and under the general direction of the DSP Director and the TRIO Project Director. Apply online at: http://jobs.berkeley.edu indicating the job code 2133.

 

Coordinator of Student Disability and Career Development Services

The Coordinator of Student Disability and Career Development Services is responsible for assuring the delivery of services to and for students with disabilities, including assisting with admission and retention efforts, and for providing career counseling, guidance, and job placement services for the general student population, alumni, and the community. The incumbent is also responsible for assisting with the delivery of a variety of student support services and programs for all students including, but not limited to, academic advisement. Office of Human Resources, Coastal Georgia, Community College, 3700 Altama Avenue, Brunswick, GA 31520-3632, Phone: 912-264-7228, Fax: 912-280-1543, Email:            careers@cgcc.edu

 

Director of Disability Services

New York Institute of Technology invites applications for a Director of Disability Services to manage the Office of Disabilities Services and direct delivery of services for students with disabilities on all campuses. He/she will facilitate reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and college policies and procedures; manage all financial and departmental operating budget activities; assist with recruitment and retention strategies for students with disabilities and advise prospective students on matters related to disability programs and services. Apply: Human Resources, New York Institute of Technology, Northern Boulevard, Old Westbury, NY 11568, Fax:     (516) 686-7929, Via Email: humanresources@nyit.edu

 

Nodutdol Organizational Manager

Seeking a person who is enthusiastic for community organizing. Nodutdol works to promote the self-determination and reunification of the Korean people through community development and grassroots organizing. Our program areas include: Community health- service and organizing among Korean and other immigrants, Community Education- Korean and English language classes, youth-leadership development and base-building for a social justice school for immigrant youth, and Korea Solidarity- education, organizing and direct action against U.S. imperialism in Korea and throughout the world. http://www.asiansinamerica.org/listings/lis_em.html

 

Learning Disabilities - AD/HD Coordinator – Student Disability Services

Responsible for directing all activities of the Learning Disability – AD/HD Program within the Office of Student Disability Services; assists the Director with specific administrative tasks as necessary. Apply: Department of Human Resources, The University of Memphis Administration, Bldg Rm 159, Memphis, TN 38152-3380, Phone: 901/678-2601, Fax: 901/678-5350

 

RESOURCES

 

Harris Communications

Since 1982, Harris Communications has been the one-stop source for sign language books, TTYs, amplified telephones, signalers and vibrating clocks and more! From wireless pagers and assistive listening devices to sign language CDs, DVDs, books, videos and novelties, shop Harris Communications for a great selection of over 1,000 products for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people, as well as for children, parents, teachers, students, interpreters and others interested in American Sign Language and the Deaf Culture. http://www.harriscomm.com

 

ES&S AutoMARK

Election Systems & Software (ES&S) and AutoMARK Technical Systems, LLC have teamed up to offer the ES&S AutoMARKª, breakthrough ballot-marking technology that allows voters with disabilities and other special needs to mark a ballot privately and independently when using an optical scan voting system. http://www.essvote.com/HTML/products/automark.html

 

Junior Achievement Hong Kong

Junior Achievement Hong Kong is a registered Hong Kong non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering young students to improve the quality of their lives and communities, through development of an understanding of the world of work and market economics, entrepreneurship, financial literacy and career aspiration, original and critical thinking, self-determination & a strong character, ethical and socially-committed behavior. The Junior Achievement worldwide network now serves six million students in 110 countries! http://www.jahk.org

 

J-Say

J-Say Standard combines the unparalleled flexibility of JAWS for Windows with the outstanding voice recognition capabilities of Dragon Naturally Speaking.  J-Say Standard extends JAWS for Windows to provide dictation and a limited amount of voice command and control features. Users of this innovative technology can talk to their computer using a natural voice and obtain effective speech feedback.  Additionally, the J-Say interactive help system makes the concept of self-help a true reality. http://www.tandt-consultancy.com/j-say.html

 

Optelec

Founded in 1985 by former Polaroid executives, Robert Mansfield and David Rosette, Optelec manufactures high quality video magnifiers to help the millions of people living with impaired vision such as Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy. Many of Optelec's innovative products, especially the ClearView line of video magnifiers, are recognized as product leaders within the industry. http://www.optelec.com/about

 

Working Together: Creating Market-Responsive Workforce Solutions

This CD, developed in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), is a comprehensive guide for chambers of commerce and businesses, community colleges, and workforce professionals to work together in support of initiatives that develop the capacity of community colleges to meet the local employment needs of business. It highlights promising practices, key tactics and resources identified during CWP's regional forums held in four areas across the country during 2003-04. http://www.uschamber.com/cwp/strategies/colleges/default.htm

 

 

INSTITUTES / CONFERENCES

 

2005 No Child Left Behind Winter Conference - January 19-21, 2005

Anchorage, Alaska

The 2005 NCLB Winter Conference (pdf) is intended to provide Superintendents, Federal Program Coordinators and other administrators who have programmatic responsibilities under NCLB information that will assist them in implementing federal programs at the local level. http://www.educ.state.ak.us/nclb

 

ATIA 2005 - January 19-22, 2005

Orlando, FL

ATIA 2005 serves as a leading forum for the Assistive Technology community to participate in presentations and discussions about new technology, practical applications, and services. Segments of the Assistive Technology industry (Augmentative and Alternative Communication; Blindness; Computer Access; Curriculum Adaptations; Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Electronic Aids to Daily Living; Games and Recreation; Learning Disabilities/Study Aids/Literacy; Low Vision; and Mechanical Accessories and Mounting Devices) will be represented in various presentations, demonstrations and/or exhibits. In addition, a hands-on lab will provide an opportunity to experiment with and evaluate the latest assistive technology devices and software available. http://www.atia.org/conf_2005.html

 

 

21st International Seating Symposium - January 20–22, 2005

Orlando, Florida

Presentations will cover evaluation, provision, research, and quality assurance issues in seating and mobility for persons with disabilities. The symposium will include scientific and clinical papers, a research forum, in-depth workshops, panel sessions, and an extensive exhibit hall. http://www.iss.pitt.edu/ISS2005/ISS_2005.html

 

International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment (ICEVI West Asia Regional Conference) - January 23–25, 2005

New Delhi, India

West Asia region of ICEVI has the largest population of persons with visual impairment.  The region includes 17 countries and is divided into four regions, viz., Middle East, Central Asia, Israel, and South Asia.

http://www.iceviwestasia.org

 

Performance Measurement for INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY in Government

ÒLinking Your IT Initiatives To Your Agency's Strategic PlansÓ - January 25-27, 2005

Arlington, VA

At this conference, you will hear proven strategies and practical experience, firsthand, from leading agencies and practitioners like yourself, on how to improve your IT management initiatives and practices as stated in the President's Management Agenda. http://www.aliconferences.com/conferences/governmentitperformance/105.html

 

2005 Workforce Development Institute - January 27-29, 2005

Phoenix, AZ

WDI is the focal point of a grant funded by the U.S. Department of LaborÕs Employment and Training Administration. The Institute offers outstanding learning and networking opportunities by bringing together experts from business, education, and government to discuss innovative workforce training techniques and applications. WDI will educate, invigorate, and motivate those who are new to workforce development as well as seasoned practitioners. For more information contact jmills@aacc.nche.edu

The last day to register is December 30, 2004.

 

Careers Conference 2005: Developing Careers, Changing Lives - January 31-February 2

Madison, Wisconsin

You won't want to miss this 19th annual outstanding national conference that has earned a solid reputation for its comprehensive coverage of career development, career preparation, and education for work. http://www.cew.wisc.edu/careers/cc2005/default05.asp

 

Performance Measurement for GRANT Programs: ÒHow To Measure, Manage & Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Your Grants To Generate ResultsÓ - February 1-3, 2005

Washington, DC

Tracking the performance of your organization requires efficient systems, a dedication to high-caliber performance and an understanding that measurement fuels your strategic plan. It's difficult, but well worth the effort. When your strategic efforts are aligned with your measurement processes, your organization's success rate increases. Without measurement, you cannot correct mistakes you may not even know you are making. Measurement is crucial to staying on the track toward superior performance and achieving desired outcomes.

http://www.aliconferences.com/conferences/performance_measurement205/205.html

 

National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals - February 15-18, 2005

Tropicana Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada

Building Our Future Together is the theme of the 2005 inaugural conference of the National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals. Plenary sessions, workshops, research roundtables and resource fair exhibits will highlight programs and research developed and implemented by Cooperative Extension professionals and their federal, state and local partners. http://www.ncrcrd.iastate.edu/nacdep/index.htm

 

International Job & Career Transition Coach Certification – February 18-20, 2005 Orange County, CA   

As job search or career development coaches, we are called upon to assist our clients in making successful short-term job transitions and long term career transitions. Often, these transitions are unwelcome and unplanned for. In order to help our clients be successful, we need a simple but comprehensive framework for the transition as well as specific coaching skills that we can use to facilitate, guide and push our clients to success. http://www.careernetwork.org/ijctcct.html

 

Fifth Annual Harvard Public Policy and Leadership Conference - February 24-27, 2005

Cambridge, Massachusetts

The intensive three days of workshops, panels and lectures is designed to encourage students who possess a commitment to public service (especially those interested in addressing policy issues affecting historically under-served communities) to pursue graduate study in public policy and international affairs. http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/pplc

The Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities 2005 - February 28 & March 1, 2005

Sheraton, Waikiki

Since the first Pacific Rim (Pac Rim) Conference in 1985, the scope and size of this premier event has grown to include participants from the U.S. Mainland, Alaska, Pacific Islands Nations, Japan, Australia, the Philippines and numerous other countries. Persons with disabilities, family members, researchers, and service providers join policy-makers and nationally recognized speakers in the field of disabilities to participate in the Pac Rim Conference to learn from each other and to share resources for communities to fully accept and support persons with disabilities. http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu

 

DISABILITY POLICY SEMINAR - February 28 - March 2, 2005

Washington, DC

The Pan-American Health Organization and the World Health Organization held a consultation in Montreal, Quebec, Canada with families, self-advocates, organizational advocates, health care experts and legal experts in the field of intellectual disability for the purpose of creating a statement on the rights of people with intellectual disability. http://www.thearc.org

 

National Capacity Building Institute: Enhancing Transition to Postsecondary Education and Employment for Youth with Disabilities through Culturally Relevant Supports, Services, and Education Multiple Identities/Multiple Strengths - March 2-3, 2005

Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu, HawaiÕi

This CBI will critically explore the successful preparation for and transition to postsecondary education and employment for youth with disabilities in the context of cultural and linguistic diversity. Speakers will offer suggestions fo practices that create or strengthen culturally relevant support services, educational environments, assessment tools, and community/family partnerships. The Institute is free to participants. Registration is required. Register online at: http://www.ncset.hawaii.edu. For more information or to register by mail please contact Velina Sugiyama, NCSET, Center on Disability Studies, 1776 University Avenue, UA 4-6, Honolulu, HI 96822. Tel: 808-956-5688. Fax: 808-956-7878. Email: velina@hawaii.edu

 

2nd European Congress ÒPhysiotherapy and PreventionÓMarch 2–5, 2005

Vienna, Austria
The 2nd European Congress ÒPhysiotherapy and PreventionÓ offers you the opportunity to acquaint yourself with the results of the latest research in the field of physiotherapy. The most important item on the agenda of the congress is a scientific examination of the correlation between physiotherapy and prevention. In addition, you will get the chance to keep yourself informed about new developments related to the medical practice and about tried-and-true therapy and treatment techniques. Workshops combined with scientific lectures and a presentation of posters is also scheduled. http://www.physioaustria.at/2005/congress

 

Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) 42nd Annual International Conference - March 2 -5, 2005

Reno, Nevada

The largest meeting on learning disabilities (LD) in the world, featuring over 300 workshops and exhibits.

http://www.ldanatl.org/conference/index.asp

 

The 2005 Mobility Planning Services Institute - March 5 – 8, 2005

Washington, DC

The MPS Institute gives your community team of disability and transportation industry leaders the opportunity to obtain information and strategies from industry experts in order to develop comprehensive community action plans to improve local transportation services.

http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ESPA_mobility_planning&s_esLocation=tc_

 

7th International Conference on Alzheimer`s and Parkinson`s Disease (AD/PD 2005) - March 9-13, 2005

Sorrento, Italy

The subject matter of all of these ADPD conferences is unique, in that it deals both with issues related individually to Alzheimer`s Disease and Parkinson`s Disease, as well as to the integration between these as well as other related diseases. To ensure the success of these conferences, we invite renowned professionals who present lectures on the most up-to-date techniques and research findings in Alzheimer`s and Parkinson`s and other related diseases. http://www.kenes.com/adpd/index.asp

 

2005 Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute (JLTLI) - March 11-13, 2005

The purpose of the Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute (JLTLI) is to improve the quality of programming and services to blind and visually impaired children, adults, and their families. The Institute is designed to provide a forum in which leadership personnel and emerging leaders from the blindness field can come together to increase and share their knowledge and expertise. http://www.afb.org/Section.asp?SectionID=28&TopicID=92

 

The 10th National/3rd International Conference on Abuse of Children & Adults with Disabilities - March 14-16, 2005

Riverside, CA
Hosted by Arc Riverside, the Only Ongoing Conference on abuse and other crimes against children, adults and seniors with disabilities brings you up-to-date and provides basic information for those new to the field. Please register early to get the best rate. The Internet Discount fee is $265 until March 1, 2005, and $340 after that date. All others: Early Registration is $275 through February 11, 2005, and $350 after that date. Pay online by credit card for the best rates. CEUs are also available! Register online at: http://www.disability-abuse.com/cando/conf

 

CSUN's 20th Annual International Conference "Technology and Persons with Disabilities" - March 14-19, 2005

Los Angeles, CA

This is a comprehensive, international conference, where all technologies across all ages; disabilities; levels of education and training; employment; and independent living are addressed. http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/index.htm

 

10th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children - March 15–19, 2005

Dallas, Texas

The examination for the American Board of Audiology Board Certification in Audiology with a Specialty in Cochlear Implants will given Saturday, March 19 immediately following the symposium.

http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/utsw/home/educ/conted/cochlear/index.html

 

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

 

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

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

Westin 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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

2005 Deaf Seniors of America Conference -- August 31-September 5, 2005

San Francisco, CA

The history of the Deaf Seniors of America, Inc. dates back to the first national conference held in Austin, Texas, May, 1992. Since then there have been six consecutive conferences every two years, the most recent in Boston, Mass., May, 2003. http://www.deafseniors.com

 

RESEARCH / PUBLICATIONS / ARTICLES

 

NCD: Time To Restore Strength Of ADA

The National Council on Disability said Wednesday that it is time for Congress to strengthen some provisions of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act which have been weakened by the U.S. Supreme Court in recent years. In a 154-page analysis, entitled "Righting the ADA", the NCD proposed lawmakers pass an "ADA Restoration Act of 2004". http://www.inclusiondaily.com/archives/04/12/120204usncdada.htm

 

DAISY FOR ALL: PUBLISHERS' COLLABORATION ENABLING PRINT ACCESS

Much of the work of creating effective public policy in the technology arena is accomplished with the help of nationally and internationally recognized standards. The Digital Accessible Information SYstem (DAISY) is a standard that is recognized worldwide as an ideal approach to making content accessible to all. http://www.rit.edu/~easi/itd/itdv10n1/kerscher.htm

 

Eye on Education: Teaching Students with Disabilities: Applying and Learning Scientific Habits of Mind

Jay Hatch, associate professor of biological sciences at the University of Minnesota (UMN) and associate curator of fishes at the Bell Museum of Natural History in Minneapolis, has been a scientist for over 25 years. During his career, he has applied innovative thinking and persistence in tackling myriad scientific challenges. When Kate Jirik, a student with severe physical disabilities, enrolled in his introductory biology course, Hatch was suddenly faced with a new set of challenges. http://www.aibs.org/eye-on-education/eye_on_education_2005_01.html

 

Toward A New Golden Age In American Education--How the Internet, the Law and Today's Students Are Revolutionizing Expectations

This is the Department's 2004 National Education Technology Plan. It is based on input from thousands of students, educators, administrators, technology experts and education organizations. It also builds on the previous reports issued in 1996 and 2000. http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/os/technology/plan/2004/index.html

 

 

 

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