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Project

Adapting an advocacy services intervention for Latinx families of transition-aged youth with autism spectrum disorder

Center:

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

Fiscal Year:

2023

Contact Information:

Meghan Burke
[email protected]
217-300-1226

Project Description:

National Institute of Mental Health ($100,000) Adapting an advocacy services intervention for Latinx families of transition-aged youth with autism spectrum disorder. Role: PI, funded. 2022-2024.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Performing Research or Evaluation, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Transportation-Related Activities, Other - Cultural Diversity, Other - Leadership

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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