MIUSA works in four main areas to provide programs and services including:National Clearinghouse on Disability & Exchange (NCDE) International Development & Disability MIUSA International Exchange Programs Women, Disability and DevelopmentSince 1995. Serves as the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE), a project sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State and managed by MIUSA to: educate people with disabilities and related organizations about international exchange opportunities; increase the participation of people with disabilities in the full range of international volunteer, study, work and research programs; advise international exchange organizations about the Americans with Disabilities Act
Disability-themed news from around the world. A website for students that are studying in the field of disability as well as professionals working within it.
Empowering and educating people with disabilities. The mission of EmpowerTech is to educate, train, support, and empower people with physical and developmental disabilities through assistive technology (AT).
LD online Research and Reports - Thirty years ago, the term "learning disability" did not exist. Thanks to researchers around the world, we have made great progress at understanding and giving names to the various disorders that are now recognized as learning disabilities. New research continues, and we're learning new information all the time. We have gathered together both the latest and most ground breaking articles for this research and reports section.
Not for profit organization that provides dolphin assisted therapy to children with critical illnesses, disabilities and special needs from all over the world.
Here, young people with disabilities and illnesses connect with all kinds of possibilities that address their needs as curious, growing citizens of the planet. They meet and chat with other people like them in a virtual world that transcends boundaries and barriers. They make friends, get tips from mentors, and freely participate in an atmosphere of collaboration, companionship and support.
World Leader in Eye Tracking and Eye Control - Developes hardware and software products for people with physical and learning disabilities. Developed several leading edge products over a seven year span, including such solutions as the MultiVoice™, MultiPhone™, and WriteAway.
Web site that lists travel and adventure opportunities all over North America and the rest of the world. Resources include attractions, activities, locations, an extensive list of books, magazines and videotapes, travel gear, etc.
Special Olympics is a global nonprofit organization targeting the nearly 200 million people round the world who have intellectual disabilities. With a presence in nearly 200 countries worldwide and seven world-region offices, we are constantly expanding. We can say with all truth that "the sun never sets on the Special Olympics movement."
The World Playground, Parks & Recreation Products and Services Web Directory - The manufacturers listed on this site offer handicap accessible, playground equipment, accessories and components and products. They have taken this important step to participate in providing these products please feel free to contact them
regarding your specific needs.
Introducing Landeez, the all-terrain and beach wheelchair that is reshaping the lives of people around the world. Until now, wheelchairs could not provide access to the most beautiful areas of parks and beaches.
Pioneer in the mobility industry since 1963. Wheelchair lifts and paratransit conversions set the standard in public-use transportation for the disabled across the country and around the world.