IVLP: Disability Rights and Independent Living
February 7 - February 12
With delegates from Georgia.
Themes for Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
- Examine federal, state, and local laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA);
- Explore public and private sector funding and programs for services and quality of life enhancing programs for persons with disabilities;
- Learn how various governmental and NGO entities, advocacy associations, media outlets, and grassroots organizations influence policy and raise awareness about disability issues; and
- Create professional networking opportunities that facilitate long-term dialogue among the visitors and their American counterparts.
