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The US-Japan Business Leadership Institute on Youth Disability Employment Webinar Series: Education at Work: How can Experiential Learning Programs Help Students with Disabilities Prepare for Employment?

The US-Japan Business Leadership Institute on Youth Disability Employment Webinar Series: Education at Work: How can Experiential Learning Programs Help Students with Disabilities Prepare for Employment?

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Thursday, September 2, 2021
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET
Location: Webinar

Website Link  https://communityinclusion.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iXYRJJIYQ-qldtblX6iXoA

The panel will investigate what is necessary for internship and experiential learning programs to effectively prepare college students with disabilities for employment with an emphasis on practical and professional training. Panelists will discuss cultural differences (US-Japan) around the concept of internship, as well as barriers to entry for college students with disabilities. The panel discussion will also address the roles of academic administrators and businesses in making sure that experiential learning programs are accessible for diverse students.