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Project

AIDD Diversity and Inclusion Training Action Plan

Center:

CA-USC, Childrens Hospital, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2018

Contact Information:

Barbara Wheeler
[email protected]
323-361-3829

Project Description:

The Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development, within the District of Columbia joined with the UCEDDs at the University of Southern California and Georgia State University, (referred to as the Consortium) and key stakeholders to develop a Diversity and Inclusion Training Action Plan (D&I-TAP). The Consortiums multi-level approach was guided by the philosophy of meaningful inclusion, in combination with proven organizational and behavioral change strategies, specifically designed to increase the diversity and enhance the cultural and linguistic competence (CLC) of UCEDDs nationwide.

Keyword(s):

Cultural Linguistic Competence, Inequities, Disparities, Core Functions

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Other - Cultural Diversity, Other

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Empowerment Zone, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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