Description

A multimedia resource providing information important to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities that is accessible to all. The content is translated into understandable language and includes videos, interactive lessons, and engaging graphics. Users can:

  • Explore lesson modules on key topics in self-advocacy.
  • Learn about research findings that are important to people with disabilities in an accessible format.
  • View stories from other self-advocates and hear what they have to say about key topics in self-advocacy.
  • List self-advocacy groups and find self-advocacy groups across the United States.

Details

Date
2012-Present 
Type
Other 
Publisher
Research and Training Center on Community Living (RTC-CL)
Collaborators
The Arc of the United States

Topics

  • Education practices (K12 and transition)
    • Youth development and leadership
  • Community life
    • Civil rights
    • Community supports and services
    • Person-centered planning and practices
    • Self-advocacy and self-determination
    • Social inclusion
    • Consumer/self-directed services
  • Specific life stage
    • Adolescents and young adults
    • Adults
    • Seniors
  • Housing and residential services
    • Consumer/self-directed services
  • Health and safety
    • Health and wellness