The Institute on Disabilities Welcomes David Hingsburger
The Institute on Disabilities welcomes David Hingsburger, M.Ed. who will present "Understanding the Bridge Between Sexual Health and the Criminal Justice System" on Thursday, May 28, 2009.
David Mitchell at Milan Film Festival
David T. Mitchell, PhD, Executive Director of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University, was invited to present the keynote address at the conference "Injured or Transgressive Body? Living the Force of Disability in Cinema, Arts and Sport" on March 21 in Milan, Italy.
NEW FREE Adapted Smoke Alarm Program
The Institute on Disabilities and the Philadelphia Fire Department have joined forces to bring adapted smoke alarms to families in Philadelphia who need them, but cannot afford them.
Check out the story about the press conference announcing the program.
NEW Leadership Development Program
Bringing together "Established and Emerging Leaders." Limited space for Spring date. Download complete information (Word document, 207KB)
WELCOME to our newly redesigned website!
We are proud to introduce our new website. You'll find all of the information that you've come to expect, now in an easier-to-use format with new, helpful features.
Some of the new features include:
- The "Quick Links" pull down menu, at the top right corner of most pages, will quickly lead you to a program or project—this is very helpful if you are familiar with our programs;
- The "Calendar" section, also located at the top right corner, is a quick look at Institute events and happenings;
- The "Staff" section introduces Institute staff and provides contact information.
Email us to let us know what you like, or what you don't like, about the new website and what you'd like to see in the future.
NEWS & ALERTS
Institute Awarded Three New Grants
Temple University announces three grants recently awarded to the Institute which address leadership, scholarship and health awareness, and people with disabilities.
Criminal Justice—NEW Resources
Access a comprehensive list of resources including articles and journals, with a wide variety of titles and authors. After your visit, take our survey to help us serve you better!
Publications
Highlights from our list of publications
NEW! Emergency Communication Aids for people with significant communication disabilities or for people who do not speak English. Designed for use in emergency shelters and by first responders, these communication aids are invaluable in times of emergency or disaster. For more information or to order Emergency Aids.
Under Arrest: Understanding the Criminal Justice Process in Pennsylvania, DVD and companion informational guide.
For more information or to order Under Arrest
Supporting Diverse Learners in School and in the Community—A Training Curriculum in three parts.
Part 1: An Introduction to Inclusive Education
Part 2: Making Friends and Building a Social Network
Part 3: Collaboration: The Key to Success
For more information or to order Supporting Diverse Learners
Order Now!
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