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AUCD: Poster Symposium: Making It Real: What Research Tells Us About Social Inclusion: Creating an Inclusive Community One Word at a Time

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Deanna Kay Rice, MS Education, Ms.
Louisiana State University Human Development Center - New Orleans, UCEDD/LEND

Description

The purpose of the LEND Leadership Project was to create a network of influence by engaging diverse groups on a university campus to promote person-first language and end derogatory speech regarding individuals with disabilities. The nationwide movement of Spread the Word to End the Word was the foundation for the initiative. The presentation will include information regarding recruitment of student groups and utilization of social media.

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