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Project

Taking it to the streets: minority individuals with disabilities seeking to improve accessibility

Center:

IL-Institute on Disability & Human Development, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2004

Contact Information:

Fabricio Balcazar
[email protected]
312-413-1646

Project Description:

This project focuses on face-to-face feedback and contact with minority individuals with disabilities in order to improve ADA compliance in minority communities. Consumers are also instructed on how to file formal complains with local and/or federal authorities if necessary. This is the first study to solely involve people with disabilities from minority cultures in examining and seeking accessibility improvements in their communities.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Other

Target Audience:

Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Empowerment Zone, Urban

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Single-County

Funding Source: