University of Kentucky Human Development Institute releases 2022-2023 Strategic Plan

The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) is pleased to announce the release of its 2022-2023 Strategic Plan.

As Kentucky’s University Center on Disability, HDI is committed to advancing efforts that build inclusive communities, address inequities, and improve the lives of all Kentuckians who experience disability across the lifespan.

Consistent with our Core Values, and in support of our Vision and Mission, HDI’s 2022-2023 Strategic Plan outlines goals, objectives, activities, and metrics within the following areas of focus: Leadership, Research & Scholarship, Universal Design, and Expanding Our Reach.

We look forward to engaging with community partners across Kentucky and the Nation as we implement this strategic plan, and to sharing our progress with you along the way.

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