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Project

2.02 E4Texas - Educate. Empower. Employ. Excel Post-Secondary Program

Center:

TX-Texas Center for Disability Studies, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2025

Contact Information:

Nina Zuna
[email protected]
512-232-0740

Project Description:

The E4Texas - Educate. Empower, Employ. Excel. project will provide post secondary training to transitioning high school students with disabilities. The university-based project will focus on a career goal for students. Need: There is a need for post secondary opportunities for young adults with disabilities. Goals: Develop young adults with disabilities' skills sets related to employment, self determination, professionalism, independent living, and advocacy. Features: Students with IDDs attend classes on the college campus, live in dorms, and integrate into a regular college life. Benefits: Young adults with IDDs gain skills for employment and independent living.

Keyword(s):

Developmental Disabilities, Mental/Behavioral Health – General , post secondary

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State