Celebrating Diversity in Disability: Preparing for an Audio/Visual Project
Gideon Jagrup explores diversity within the disability community and the role research, lived experience, and inclusive representation can play in preparing an audio/visual project that celebrates the many voices and experiences of people with disabilities.
Understanding Challenges in the USVI to Accessing Appropriate Wheelchairs
Ena Edward-Descartes examines challenges surrounding access to appropriate wheelchairs in the U.S. Virgin Islands through a systematic literature review completed in conjunction with the WIHD LEND Program, highlighting the importance of assistive technology, appropriate mobility equipment, and individualized support.
Meaning and Examples of Neurodivergent Disorders: How Virgin Islands Schools Can Support the Neurodiverse Child
Rashida Lester explores neurodiversity and how greater understanding, individualized support, inclusive practices, and collaboration can help Virgin Islands schools better support neurodivergent children.
Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) at the Westchester Institute for Human Development
Explore the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Program at the Westchester Institute for Human Development and VIUCEDD’s partnership to connect Virgin Islands professionals and emerging leaders with interdisciplinary disability leadership training.
Evaluation of UVI’s Inclusive Early Care and Education Center Using Best Practices for Child Development Programs
Raquel Francis and Talia James examine UVI’s Inclusive Early Care and Education Center through a systematic literature review of best practices for child development programs, connecting research, inclusion, and early childhood development in the Virgin Islands.
VIATF Low Interest Loan Program
Assistive technology can provide individuals with disabilities with tools that support greater independence and participation in everyday life. The Virgin Islands Assistive Technology Foundation (VIATF) Low Interest Loan Program provides an additional resource for individuals seeking assistance with obtaining assistive technology. Supporting Access to Assistive Technology The program is designed to help make assistive technology […]
Transportation Resources
Transportation can play an important role in helping individuals with disabilities participate in education, employment, services, and community life. Transportation is one of the information areas represented on the VIUCEDD website. VIUCEDD works to connect individuals with developmental disabilities, families, caregivers, professionals, and community stakeholders with information and resources that support participation throughout the Virgin […]
Disaster Preparedness for the Disability Community
Preparing for emergencies is especially important for individuals with disabilities, families, caregivers, and the organizations that support them. VIUCEDD provides information related to disaster preparedness as part of its information and community-focused activities. Access to Information Information dissemination is one of VIUCEDD’s four core functions. Making preparedness information available in accessible formats helps ensure individuals […]
Early Intervention
Early Intervention is one of the program areas represented through VIUCEDD’s interdisciplinary training and community work. VIUCEDD supports early intervention and inclusive early childhood practices through partnerships, training, and technical assistance across the Virgin Islands. Our work includes collaboration with the Bucs Early Inclusive Childcare Center and technical assistance and training for Head Start programs, […]
Disability Employment
Employment is an important part of community participation and independence for individuals with disabilities. The Virgin Islands Disability and Employment Work Group brings together agencies and organizations committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities across the territory. VIUCEDD works alongside Vocational Rehabilitation, the Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the U.S. Equal […]