4th Thursday ADA Talks: Effective Communication in Healthcare Settings

Zoom Online

Presenter: To Be Announced Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. Contact for More Information Southeast ADA Center Email: seadawebinars@syr.edu Phone: 404-541-9001 Web: adasoutheast.org  

Kentucky APSE Conference 2024: Engage. Include. Amplify

Campbell House 1375 South Broadway Lexington, KY 1375 South Broadway, Lexington, KY

This is a statewide conference, focusing on learning and providing quality supports to people with disabilities seeking to find and maintain employment. It will offer 8 hours of training, the annual Meet & Greet and our KY APSE Awards Lunch. This is a great chance to gather with Employment Specialists, VR Counselors and other interested in […]

Supported Employment Training Project: How a Paycheck Can Work with a Government Check

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For Students, Family Members, School Staff, & Employment Specialists At the end of the 30 minutes, you will be able to use ky.db101.org/ to see how having a job in high school means you have more money now and when you graduate. Facilitators: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK Jeff […]

The Pitfalls and Benefits of AI in Employment of People with Disabilities Panel Discussion

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Panelists: Dr. Trey Conatser, Director, Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching at University of Kentucky; Dr. DJ Hendricks, Director, Center for Disability Inclusion at West Virginia University Session description: This panel discussion will explore the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the recruitment, hiring, and employment of people with disabilities. As this exciting […]

Employer Seminar Series: Employment issues facing workers with disabilities with criminal justice system involvement

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Employment First and RETAIN Kentucky Employer Seminar Series Join us to hear Dr. Chelsea Brehmer and Dr. Phillip Rumrill share their expertise on employment issues facing workers with disabilities with criminal justice system involvement. You can watch this presentation and other employment related videos at RETAIN Kentucky Media to support return-to-work/stay-at work efforts. Visit and subscribe to today!

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Polling Place Accessibility and the ADA 

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Presenter: Barry Whaley, Director, Southeast ADA Center Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. Contact for More Information Southeast ADA Center Email: seadawebinars@syr.edu Phone: 404-541-9001 Web: adasoutheast.org  

Inclusive Workforce Summit

Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa | Lexington 1800 Newtown Pike Lexington, KY 40511 1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY, United States

Presented by RETAIN Kentucky and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce The Inclusive Workforce Summit will convene business leaders, civic organizations, and educators to explore strategies for cultivating a workforce of the future that is united in its inclusion and accessibility efforts. By promoting truly inclusive practices, companies can tap into the full talent pool and […]

Lunch & Learn: Disability Benefits 101

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Presenters: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK Jeff White, MBA, CPWIC Quality Assurance Coord. Employment Div. of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities Learning Objectives: At the end of the 30 minutes, you will be able to use ky.db101.org/ to show the positive financial impact of employment while still maintaining a person’s […]

Supported Employment Training Project: How a Paycheck Can Work with a Government Check

Zoom Online

For Students, Family Members, School Staff, & Employment Specialists At the end of the 30 minutes, you will be able to use ky.db101.org/ to see how having a job in high school means you have more money now and when you graduate. Facilitators: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK Jeff […]

4th Thursday ADA Talks: ADA and the Courtroom

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Presenter: Jason Jones, Project Director, UK-HDI Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. Contact for More Information Southeast […]

Opportunities for Disabled Researchers and Scholars HDI Seminar

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Date and Time: October 25 at 1-3pm ET Panelists: Dr. Lynn C. Koch, Professor Emeritus, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resources and Communication Disorders, Counselor Education Program, University of Arkansas-Fayetteville; Austin […]

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