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What’s New in Inclusion Research Conversation Series
June 14, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Queerness and Disability: What’s the connection, and what does it mean for inclusive mental health practice?
You are cordially invited!
The Human Development Institute What’s New in Inclusion Research Conversation Series
Presenters: Dr. Rachel Womack, PhD, MSW, Director of Training, UK HDI and Kai O’Neill, Doctoral Candidate in Special Education Leadership Personnel Preparation, UK
During this session, Dr. Womack and Kai will:
- Discuss the connection between queer identity and disability with a particular emphasis on the connection between queerness and neurodivergence
- Outline mental health considerations existing at the intersection of these two identities
- Describe the results of Dr. Womack’s dissertation research on the relationship between queer and disabled therapy recipients and their providers
- Discuss considerations for mental health providers, educators, and researchers
This event is sponsored by HDI’s Research and Evaluation Committee
We look forward to connecting with you for this interactive conversation on June 14, 2024.