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Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020
Thursday, May 21, 2020 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). According to the GAAD web site, the goal of this day is to talk, think, and learn about digital access/inclusion […]
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HDI Introduces “Transportation Tuesdays”
HDI introduces a new series: Transportation Tuesdays! Every Tuesday for the next six weeks, we will share alternative, accessible modes of transportation and how to access them for yourself or […]
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HDI Hosts Virtual Open House for the Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute invites current and prospective students, staff, and faculty to a Virtual Open House to learn about the Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design. Universal […]
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Enter now to win!
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute – HDI with Michael Carter, creator of the “Disability Don’t Mean Can’t” (DDMC) comic book series to host a competition. Help Michael with […]
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Do you have something to say about COVID-19 and disability?
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) is collecting stories from individuals with disabilities about COVID-19 in Kentucky and how it affects people living with disabilities. Your story can add […]
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UK Human Development Institute News Update
Staff from the UK Human Development Institute (HDI) began operating remotely more than a month ago. Using available tools and technology, HDI continues to promote the inclusion, independence, and contributions […]
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Danielle Augustin selected as AUCD Emerging Leader
The UK Human Development Institute is pleased to announce the selection of Danielle Augustin as an Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Emerging Leader. Emerging Leaders can make a […]
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Healthy and Connected: An important message from the UK Human Development Institute
Dr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones, Executive Director of the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), shares an important and timely message with Kentuckians. This short video message includes reminders about landmark […]
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The University of Kentucky and the Human Development Institute are happy to announce Year 3 funding for Wellness Edge
Wellness Edge provides grants of up to $24,999 to community organizations that aim to increase the quality of engagement for individuals with paralysis and their support networks, including caregivers, family, and […]
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OCR Issues Bulletin on Civil Rights Laws and HIPAA Flexibilities That Apply During the COVID-19 Emergency
March 28, 2020, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is issuing a bulletin to ensure that entities covered by civil […]