Leadership & Self Advocacy
In order to make lasting change that improves the inclusion, independence and contributions of people with disabilities, leadership opportunities and ways to improve self-advocacy skills are needed. We strive to develop leaders with disabilities, through an array of training, technical assistance and mentoring programs. For more information, contact: Dr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones.
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HDI Interpreters Serve at the Southeast Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
Anyone closely involved with the Deaf community in the region will likely be at the Southeast Registry of Interpreters for …
Staff Profile: Skyler Hill
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Making Connections in 2024
Connections and partnerships have been consistent themes across the years at HDI, and those are reflected again in some of …
Jaz Brown, LEND trainee, attends AUCD
Jaz Brown has a background in activism rather than academia, and that gives them a unique perspective in Kentucky’s LEND …
Child Care Aware Recognized for Outstanding Leadership
Child Care Aware Kentucky has done amazing work in the state – and people are taking notice. Kentucky’s Child Care …
Erica Ranade, LEND Trainee and Author
Erica Ranade always felt like something was missing from the field of Behavior Analysis, but her background in psychology is …