Human Development Institute

Universal Design to Promote Mental Wellness in the Workplace

Sep 27, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

RETAIN Kentucky Employer Seminar Series: Universal Design to Promote Mental Wellness in the Workplace Presenters: The webinar will be led by Kimberly Wickert, RETAIN Kentucky, University of Kentucky, with Dr. Phillip Rumrill as our Subject Matter Expert. Learning Objectives: Learn how RETAIN Kentucky can support workers and employers through Universal Design. Universal Design promotes mental wellness in the workplace and inclusivity.

Inclusive Workforce Summit: Engaging the Talent of Kentuckians with Disabilities

Sep 13, 2023, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

An inclusive workforce is one in which the unique skills, contributions, and diversity of qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, are actively recruited, valued, and integral for success. It is an environment where the engagement, development, retention, and advancement of an increasingly skilled and diverse workforce is promoted and supported across all employment sectors and levels.

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UK employee appointed to Louisville mayor’s early learning action group

Jun 30, 2023, 7:11 AM

A University of Kentucky leader in early care and education is serving on a newly-formed action group tasked with developing plans for pre-K and early learning programs in Louisville.

Blazing a trail: Ann Switzer 1st to complete UK’s College and Career Studies Program

May 3, 2023, 7:04 AM

Ann Switzer has blazed a trail at UK for other students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, becoming the first student to complete UK’s College and Career Studies Program

Successfully Navigate the Job Accommodation Process

May 10, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Successfully Navigate the Job Accommodation Process Date: Wednesday, May 10, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Presenters: Heather Roop, University of Kentucky, Campus Accessibility Director and ADA Coordinator Brandon Williams, University of Kentucky, Deputy ADA Coordinator and Technical Compliance Analyst Location: Zoom Retain employees by learning how to support them through the job accommodation process.

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UK HDI researchers study air travel accessibility for people who use wheelchairs

Mar 24, 2023, 7:13 AM

Two researchers at the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) are working to better understand the challenges Kentuckians who use wheelchairs face in air travel.

Assistive Technology Support in the Workplace

Mar 27, 2023, 12:00 – 12:30 PM

RETAIN Kentucky Employment Seminar Series March: Assistive Technology Support in the Workplace Retain employees by learning about assistive technology and its role in stay-at-work and return-to-work support strategies. Did you know? • RETAIN Kentucky can support individuals in their Assistive Technology needs. • Assistive technologies encompass a wide spectrum of devices and services. Can’t make it? Click here to view past webinar recordings on the Kentucky RETAIN media page, where this one will be posted following the live meeting.

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