Human Development Institute

Fall LEND Open House

The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is holding a virtual open house to share information about the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program.    

Fall HDI Certificates Open House

The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is holding a virtual open house to share information about its graduate and undergraduate certificate programs. The Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design prepares students from all disciplines to build products, systems, buildings, classrooms, and other environments that are accessible to everyone. The Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities prepares students from a broad range of disciplines to provide services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Opportunities for Disabled Researchers and Scholars

This panel discussion focuses on the growing movement to include members of the disability community in all aspects of research. The principles of Participatory Action Research will be reviewed as well as how they apply to disability pride and self-determination. Panelists will share their experiences and perspectives as researchers with lived experience with disability.

ADA and the Courtroom: 4th Thursday ADA Talks

Kentucky Employer Seminar Series: Ways Employers can Engage, Include and Amplify Workers in the Recruitment and Retention Process

Join us to hear Katie Wolf Whaley, Employment First Council Chair, share how to elevate the workforce through the contributions of people with disabilities.

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

Join Dr. Phil Rumrill and Dr. Chelsea Brehmer who will share their expertise on employment issues facing workers with disabilities with criminal justice system involvement.

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

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

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Effective Communication in Healthcare Settings

4th Thursday ADA Talks: Effective Communication in Healthcare Settings August 22, 10 - 11 am 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

Inclusive Workforce Summit

Economic development and business success are directly tied to the quality of the workforce. To drive growth and innovation, we must build workplaces that embrace inclusion, diversity and provide opportunities for all talented individuals to thrive.    

"If I Can’t Do It, It Ain’t Worth Doing" online documentary screening

Documentary screening and discussion of "If I Can’t Do It, It Ain’t Worth Doing". From the remote hills of Kentucky to the halls of Congress, join Arthur Campbell, Jr., on his own unforgettable ride through life and the disability rights movement. The online screening will be followed by discussion with Arthur Campbell.