IDEA: Interdisciplinary Diversity Equity and Accessibility
Project Description:
The purpose of Interdisciplinary Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) is to train 16 Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) students at the University of Oregon to increase equity in the delivery of services to children of Color and those who speak languages or language varieties other than or in addition to standard American English from birth through age 5 with disabilities. We aim to increase diversity in providers delivering EI/ECSE services who are highly qualified to implement evidence-based practices and improve the outcomes of marginalized populations.
Keyword(s):
Mental/Behavioral Health – Autism, Child Maltreatment, Developmental Disabilities, Early Childhood – Developmental Health (including developmental screening), Early Childhood – General, Emergency Services for Children – Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Services for Children – General, Epilepsy, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Mental/Behavioral Health – General , Social Determinants of Health, Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention, Child Care-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees)
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
Single-County, National
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
