| Developmental_Disability_and_Mental_Retardation_Research Laboratory aims at medical,sociological and educational research of developmental disabilities-mental retardation with chromosomal abnormality,autistic disorders,physical developmental disorders,intox |
| Diligio Dedicated to all aspects of Social Role Valorization - history, education, and practice. Includes academic and photographic resources. |
| Disability_and_Literature An academic exploration of disabled people in history through literary studies. |
| Disability_Challenge Studies of disability in India. |
| Disability_History_Museum Promotes understanding about the historical experience of people with disabilities by recovering, chronicling, and interpreting their stories. |
| Disability_Information_for_Students International disability news, jobs, discussion, resources. A site designed for students and professionals supporting individuals with disabilities. |
| Disability_Research_Institute A national resource fostering high quality research, dissemination of information, and training and education related to disability policy. (Illinois) |
| Disability_Social_History_Project Disability civil rights movement, other important events and people with disabilities in history, and the representation of disabled people in the mass media throughout time. |
| Disability_Studies_at_Temple_University,_Philadelphia,_PA Graduate Certificate and Undergraduate Courses in Disability Studies. A course of studies exploring the historical, cultural and socio-political challenges and accomplishments of the disability commun |
| Disability_Studies_Online_Magazine Online magazine publishing topics relating to the field of disability studies. |
| Disability_Studies_Programs_in_North_America A continuously updated list of programs which deal in some way with the cultural and political determinants of the disability experience. |
| Institute_on_Disability_/_UAP_-_Durham,_NH Provides information to improve knowledge, policy, and practice related to including people with disabilities. |
| Institute_on_Disability_Culture Promoting pride in the history, activities, and cultural identity of individuals with disabilities throughout the world. |
| National_Communication_Association\'s__Caucus_on_Disability_Issues Encourages quality scholarship on issues concerning disability and communication. |
| National_Rehabilitation_Information_Center Collects and disseminates the results of federally funded research projects to anyone who is interested in disability and rehabilitation. |
| New_Paradigm_of_Disability_Bibliography An annotated resource introducing and explaining the social and civil rights perspective of disability. |
| Pacific_Rim_Conference_on_Disabilities Persons with disabilities, family members, researchers, and service providers join policy-makers and nationally recognized speakers in the field of disabilities to participate in the conference. |
| Research_Alliance_for_Children_with_Special_Needs RACSN is a community-university alliance researching ways to enhance the quality of life of school-aged children with special mobility, communication, and fine motor skill needs. (Ontario) |
| Research_and_Training_Center_on_Rural_Rehabilitation_Services RTC:Rural strives to improve the ability of rural Americans with disabilities to live independently in their own communities. Researchers focus on employment, independent living, health, accessible tr |
| The_Review_of_Disability_Studies This International journal focuses on disability research and education. Features articles, essays, and bibliographies relating to the culture of disability. |
| Society_for_Disability_Studies A nonprofit scientific and educational organization established to promote interdisciplinary research on humanistic and social scientific aspects of disability and chronic illness. |
| SS_Blueprints ADA consultants define and create strategies for accessible designs and concepts to complete the Utilitarian Design Theory. |
| The_Ties_That_Bind An innovative and accessible initiative of the NFB’s Pacific Centre that combines traditional linear documentary storytelling with an online presence to encourage learning, as well as providing a fo |
| Adaptive_Technology_Resource_Centre,_The Provides education, services and research information about adaptive technologies by the University of Toronto. |
| Alliance_for_Technology_Access A network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers and Vendors, Affiliates, and Associates dedicated to providing information and support services to children and s with disabilities, and |
| Assistive_Technology_Educational_Network Enhances student outcomes through information, training, and technical support in the area of assistive technology. |
| Assistive_Technology_Industry_Association Association of manufacturers and vendors selling technology-based assistive devices for people with disabilities, or providing services associated with or required by people with disabilities. |
| Assistive_Technology_Online_Community Information, news, resources, events, discussion forum about Assistive Technology for children and s with disabilities and special needs. Free membership. |
| Association_for_the_Advancement_of_Assistive_Technology_in_Europe Stimulates the advancement of assistive technology for the benefit of persons with disabilities, including elderly people. |
| AT_Network An organization dedicated to expanding the accessibility of tools, resources and technology to enhance the quality of life of people with disabilities. |
| Augmentative_and_Alternative_Communication_(AAC) Centre for studying non-verbal, non-written communication at the University of Stirling. Describes research, lists practical projects and recent publications, and provides an overview of training serv |
| Augmentative_Communication Publishes the newsletters Augmentative Communication News (ACN) and Alternatively Speaking (AS), which provide information on hot topics in the field, discussion of vital issues for AAC stakeholders, |
| Axistive Offers free news, articles, product reviews and vendor information about assistive technology devices. |
| BATS Research project at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill to investigate means of creating and distributing maps that are accessible to the visually impaired. |
| Better_Living_Through_Technology Promotes the use of technology to help pupils with special educational needs. Includes tutorials, reviews, tips and downloads. |
| Breaking_The_Barriers Initiative focused on assisting people with labels of autism who use alternative forms of communication. Includes a national directory of augmentative and alternative communication resources. |
| Center_for_Applied_Special_Technology Opportunities for individuals with disabilities through the development of and innovative uses of technology. |
| Center_on_Disabilities Conference proceedings online |
| Cowichan_Independent_Living_Resource_Center Non-profit society that promotes informed choice and empowerment of persons living with disabilities. |
| Davidson_Program_for_Independence A residential rehabilitation program that provides independence skills for s who are newly blind or visually impaired. |
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