Category Archives: Intellectual Disability

What’s New?

What’s New?
Become a Voice that Creates Change - Youth Leadership Academy Date: Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2025Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PMGraduation Ceremony: Saturday, August 9, 2025Family members are invited to this in-person event taking place in Des Moines. A virtual option will also be available. Do you want to learn about being…
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What Else Is New?

What Else Is New?
New Issue of Possibilities in Education and Training Newsletter Available The Spring issue of Possibilities, features Michael "Mikey" Howell's journey to independent living and showcases the impact of community support and perseverance. Mikey’s story highlights the importance of preparation, communication, and the right resources in achieving successful community living. His experience demonstrates that with patience…
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Disability Exchange (DX) Podcast – Season 2

Disability Exchange (DX) Podcast – Season 2
Season 2 of the Disability Exchange podcast from Iowa's UCEDD is underway!Centering and elevating the Voices of People with Disabilities through Meaningful Conversation and Connection The first three episodes of Season 2 are now available to listen to via the Anchor by Spotify platform. The DX podcast is produced and presented by Iowa's University Center…
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Vanderbilt Kennedy Center UCEDD Shares Vaccine Confidence Videos

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center UCEDD Shares Vaccine Confidence Videos
Learn from first-hand accounts of people with disabilities and their families The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center UCEDD (University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities) has produced three brief videos to build COVID-19 vaccine confidence in the disability community. These videos feature an adult with an intellectual disability and a parent and her daughter with autism who…
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