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There are countless resources available to advocates looking for advice, facts and figures and other information. Here are a few sites and resources you might find helpful. The list is organized alphabetically by general topic and is by no means inclusive! Use the list as a starting point and add your own favorites!

• General Resources
• Activism
• Inclusion/Community Living
• Education
• Health Care
• Self-Determination
• Employment
• Family Resources
• History
• Technology

AccessLife.com Provides relevant, up-to-the-minute news and sports, travel information, peer-support, and medical products in an all-inclusive on-line destination for individuals in the disability community.
http://accesslife.com

Administration on Developmental Disabilities
Federal agency devoted to the needs and issues of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Site includes program information, related links and research results.
http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/add

The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)
The professional association run by and for professionals who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
http://www.aaidd.org/

Association of University Centers on Disabilities
Network of interdisciplinary Centers advancing public policy and practice for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities. Includes policy information, legislative testimony, special projects and resources.
http://www.aucd.org/

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Legal advocacy for the civil rights and human dignity of people with mental disability.
http://www.bazelon.org/

The Beach Center on Disability
The Beach Center is a national research and education center on disability located at the University of Kansas. Excellent site for practical tips, articles, best practices and other information.
http://www.beachcenter.org/

CENSUS: Disability Census Data
Census statistics related to Americans with disabilities.
http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/disable.html

Center for Disease Control: National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Background information on developmental disabilities, as well as links to web sites and related resources.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/

Center for Health Services Research and Policy (George Washington University Medical Center)
Information, research and white papers related to legal, health care and work-related issues for children or adults with disabilities.
http://www.gwhealthpolicy.org/disabilities.htm

The Council on Quality and Leadership
An international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the quality of services and supports to people with disabilities. This is accomplished through its accreditation services, training programs, and research division.
http://www.thecouncil.org/

Dimenet Network
National computer networking system created to increase information sharing among individuals involved in the disability rights and independent living movements.
http://www.dimenet.com

DirectAbility.Com
THE guide to resources for Minnesotans with disabilities and the people who live, work and play with us every day.
http://www.directability.com

Disability Resources on the Internet
Guide to disability resources on the Internet, organized by site popularity, alphabet, type of disability and state.
http://www.disabilityresources.org/

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
National law and policy center dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of people with disabilities through legislation, litigation, advocacy, technical assistance, and the education and training of attorneys, advocates, persons with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities. Includes legal cases, links, and resources.
http://www.dredf.org

Disability Statistics Center
The purpose of the Disability Statistics Center is to produce and disseminate statistical information on disability and the status of people with disabilities in American society, and establish and monitor indicators of how conditions are changing over time to meet their health, housing, economic and social needs.
http://www.dsc.ucsf.edu

DisabilityInfo.gov
Web site for centralized information on federal government disability issues.
www.disabilityinfo.gov

DisabledPerson.com
"... an online magazine that is geared specifically towards the Disabled Person. Not just a resource site but a magazine. One with articles about the human side of your disabilities."
http://www.disabledperson.com

DO-IT Program
"Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology."
http://www.washington.edu/doit/

Down Syndrome on the Internet
Down Syndrome-related links.
http://www.downsyndrome.com/

Family Village: A Global Community of Disability-Related Resources
Comprehensive site containing disability-related resources, discussion groups and other information.
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/index.htmlx

The Federal Register
Official Federal Government information.
http://www.gpoaccess.gov

Federal Transit Administration
Information on federal transportation programs related to individuals with disabilities.
http://www.fta.dot.gov/CCAM/www/index.html

Fedworld Web site
Offers a data search component of federal agencies, including the IRS and Environmental Protection Agency.
http://www.fedworld.gov/

FirstGov.gov
The U. S. Government's official web portal offers access to all federal web sites and sponsored resources as well as current statistics, research and information.
http://www.firstgov.gov/

HUD: Housing and Urban Development-Housing for People with Disabilities
Home purchase information specifically related to people with disabilities, including laws and regulations, HUD resources and general information.
http://www.hud.gov/groups/disabilities.cfm

LSU Libraries: Federal Agencies Directory
Comprehensive listing of links to federal government agencies, including the legislative, executive and administrative branches, federal boards, commissions and committees, independent agencies and quasi-official agencies.
http://www.lib.lsu.edu/gov/fedgov.html

The Law Engine
Providing the best on-line law sources in a single-page format.
http://www.thelawengine.com/

Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
The mission of the Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities is to provide information, education, and training to build knowledge, develop skills, and change attitudes that will lead to increased independence, productivity, self determination, integration and inclusion (IPSII) for people with developmental disabilities and their families. This web site contains an extensive library of documents related to these topics.
http://www.mncdd.org

Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities 5-Year Plan Research Report Individual Survey – January 2006
Results of a customer-focused survey of people with developmental disabilities to determine their level of satisfaction with their independence, productivity, self-determination, inclusion and integration in their communities.
http://www.mncdd.org/extra/customer-research.htm

Minnesota State Register
Published weekly and includes Minnesota rules, official notices, professional, technical and consulting contracts, State grants and loans.
http://www.comm.media.state.mn.us/bookstore/stateregister.asp

National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities
Public policy information and resources related to developmental disabilities.
http://www.nacdd.org

National Center on Disability & Journalism
Site devoted to educating journalists and educators about disability reporting issues.
http://www.ncdj.org/

National Council on Disability (NCD)
Access to federal policies, programs, practices and procedures related to equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Includes agency information and resources.
http://www.ncd.gov/

National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is the largest provider of legally-based advocacy services to people with disabilities in the United States. NDRN provides training and technical assistance, legal support, and legislative advocacy services.
http://www.napas.org

A New Way of Thinking
Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities.
http://www.mncdd.org/extra/publications.htm

OMBWatcher Online
Online newsletter covers the federal Office of Management and Budget.
http://www.ombwatch.org/ombwatcher/current.html

President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Links and information related to mental retardation, including state and federal resources.
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/pcpid

Riverbend Down Syndrome Parent Support Group
Provides support and information to parents of children with Down syndrome in Southwestern Illinois.
http://www.altonweb.com/cs/downsyndrome/index.html

Society for Disability Studies
A nonprofit scientific and educational organization established to promote interdisciplinary research on humanistic and social scientific aspects of disability and chronic illness.
http://www.uic.edu/orgs/sds/

"Sorry, Wrong Planet"
About Autism and related disorders.
http://www.isn.net/~jypsy/

thomas.gov
Comprehensive resource for information on the federal legislative process in the United States.
http://thomas.loc.gov

The White House
The new White House web site features a more current design and more user-friendly features than the previous site, as well as accessibility features and compliance with the W3C Web Accessibility guidelines.
http://www.whitehouse.gov

The Arc
Online access to facts, resources, advocacy information and news for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities.
http://www.thearc.org/

Disability Grapevine
Daily online newspaper, delivered via e-mail, devoted to disability news and commentary. Presented by the Institute for Cultural Research for People with Disabilities (ICRPWD)
http://www.disabilitygrapevine.com

Disability Rights Activist
Compilation of information and resources for activists and self-advocates on a variety of issues related to disability rights.
http://disrights.org

Enabled Online
Online magazine highlighting people working in and for the disability community, including personal stories and profiles.
http://www.enabledonline.com

Empowerment Zone
Information, ideas and resources related to accessible housing, education and health care, travel, civil rights, employment, assistive technology, self-determination, legal assistance and other related topics.
http://www.empowermentzone.com

Justice For All
E-mail notification of action alerts related to Congressional legislative issues impacting people with disabilities.
http://www.andjusticeforall.org

Leadership Conference Education Fund (LCEF)
Nonprofit public education and research organization.
http://www.digitalempowerment.com

The National Parent Network on Disabilities
The National Parent Network on Disabilities (NPND) provides a presence and national voice for families of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
http://www.npnd.org/

Not Dead Yet
Deals with euthanasia issues.
http://www.notdeadyet.org

Organizing for Social Change
Midwest Academy (Santa Ana, CA: Seven Locks Press, 2001).
http://www.midwestacademy.com

The Ragged Edge
Online magazine covering the disability experience in America.
http://www.ragged-edge-mag.com/

Real Clout!
A how-to manual for community-based activists trying to expand healthcare access by changing public policy. Available through The Access Project (617-654-9911).
http://www.accessproject.org

The Virtual Activist
Compilation of activist sites, issues and resources available on the Internet.
http://netaction.org

Adaptive Environments: Human-Centered Design
Educational non-profit organization committed to advancing the role of design in expanding opportunity and enhancing experience for people of all ages and abilities. Adaptive Environments' work balances expertise in legally required accessibility with promotion of best practices in human centered or universal design.
http://www.adaptiveenvironments.org

ADAPT: Americans Disabled for Attendant Programs Today
Legislative proposals, news releases, organization newsletter and advocacy information related to community inclusion and community supports.
http://www.adapt.org/

Center for an Accessible Society
The Center for an Accessible Society's goal is to focus public attention on disability and independent living issues.
http://www.accessiblesociety.org/about.htm

Center for Housing and New Community Economics (CHANCE)
The Center for Housing and New Community Economics (CHANCE) was established in March of 2001 to improve and increase access to integrated, affordable, and accessible housing coordinated with, but separate from, personal assistance and supportive services. CHANCE's purpose is to create alternatives to approaches that segregate, congregate, and control people with disabilities. It works in partnership with ADAPT, a national organization that promotes services in the community for people with disabilities.
http://alliance.unh.edu

Center for Neighborhood Technology
Information, resources and programs related to urban community development.
http://www.cnt.org/

Center for Universal Design
A national research, information, and technical assistance center that evaluates, develops, and promotes accessible and universal design in housing, buildings, outdoor and urban environments and related products according to the belief that all new environments and products, to the greatest extent possible, should be usable by everyone regardless of their age, ability, or circumstance.
http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/

Center on Human Policy (Syracuse University)
Policy and research studies promoting inclusive communities and opportunities for people with disabilities.
http://soeweb.syr.edu/thechp/

Circles Network
UK-based organization that provides unique support and new possibilities for disabled people who have been excluded from, or isolated within, our society. We offer them the opportunity to become full and equal members of society, to develop their talents and potential and to enrich the lives of others as well as their own. This is done primarily through the setting up of circles of support, and we also run specific projects for particular areas of need.
http://www.circlesnetwork.org.uk/

Community for All Toolkit/August 2004
Joint effort between AAMR, The Arc, Center on Human Policy, Council on Quality and Leadership, University of Minnesota Research and Training Center on Community Living, TASH. This tool kit provides general information to strengthen community inclusion, background information for advocates involved in campaigns to close institutions, general information on community services, and resources for more information, material to counter arguments commonly used by pro-institution advocates, ideas for organizing and advocacy, and information about policy and governmental action.
http://thechp.syr.edu/toolkit

The Community Imperative
In 1979, the Center on Human Policy at Syracuse University wrote The Community Imperative, a declaration supporting the right of all people with disabilities to community living. The Center has reissued The Community Imperative in 2000 and invites endorsements from individuals and organizations.
http://soeweb.syr.edu/thechp/community_imperative.html

Connections for Information and Resources on Community Living (CIRCL)
CIRCL was established to create opportunities for building and sharing individual, organizational and community strengths in supported living. The web site includes a variety of tools and other practical information.
http://www.allenshea.com/CIRCL/CIRCL.html

CIRCL/Your SLS Training Tool Box April 2001
Extensive toolkit that includes information on the history of supported living services, information on the supported living service system and other resources.
http://www.allenshea.com/CIRCL/resources.html

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
This web site provides information on buying, owning and selling a home and your rights as a renter, as well as a variety of tools and resources.
http://www.hud.gov

Disability Is Natural
A resource of articles promoting inclusion, self-determination and a common sense to raising children with disabilities.
http://www.disabilityisnatural.com/index.htm

DSS Quarterly
Scholarly articles and reviews related to human and social aspects of disabilities and chronic illness to promote inclusion of persons with disabilities in society.
http://www.cds.hawaii.edu/DSQ/

Fannie Mae - Affordable Housing Solutions
Fannie Mae is a private, shareholder-owned company that works to make mortgage money available for people in communities across America. It does not lend money directly to home buyers. Instead, it works with lenders to make sure they don't run out of mortgage funds.
http://www.fanniemae.com

"Guide to Buying A Home of Your Own for People with Disabilities"
"Guide to Searching for Appropriate Housing Options"
"Guide to Transitioning to Independent Living"
http://www.new-horizons.org

Habitat for Humanity - Ability Houses
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world. Through Habitat, people of all backgrounds, races and religions build houses with families in need. Over the last 30 years, Habitat has built more than 200,000 houses around the world. In 1999, ABILITY Awareness and Habitat for Humanity International established a partnership to help low-income people living with disabilities become homeowners by building Ability Houses.
http://www.habitat.org

Inclusion Daily Express
Online newsletter that covers current disability rights, self-determination, and community inclusion issues around the world.
http://www.inclusiondaily.com/

Inclusion Press
Central resource for publications, videos and other information related to community inclusion.
http://www.inclusion.com/

Inclusive Community Democracy
Links and resources related to school inclusion and community building.
http://www.coe.wayne.edu/CommunityBuilding/

Independent Living Research Utilization
Information on Olmstead decision and its application, ADA, managed care, health issues and international disability issues. Includes resources, related sites, discussion groups.
http://www.ilru.org/

Institute on Community Integration (University of Minnesota)
Resources and information related to disability issues, organized by key project and issues. Includes related resources and web sites
http://ici.umn.edu/default.html

Institute for Policy Research (Northwestern University)
Research on significant public policies related to social sciences.
http://www.northwestern.edu/ipr/

National Home of Your Own (NHOYO)
Links to web sites and resources related to integrated, affordable and accessible housing for people with disabilities.
http://alliance.unh.edu./websites.html

National Public Radio - Housing First Special Report
A yearlong special reporting project by a team of NPR News radio and Web journalists. Through extensive coverage on-air and online, Housing First will explore why it's so difficult for Americans with special needs to find good housing -- and how the lack of housing often stymies their efforts to join, and flourish in, the mainstream of society.
http://www.npr.org/news/specials/housingfirst/index.html

Neighborhoods Online
Online resource center for grassroots organizations, volunteers and government agencies engaged in building strong neighborhoods and communities.
http://www.neighborhoodsonline.net

N.O.A.H. Foundation
Web site for a nonprofit agency focused on educating home buyers and sellers on the financing process, provides some down payment assistance and home purchase planning.
http://www.noah-dpa.org/index.htm

Opening Doors: A Housing Initiative for the Disability Community
Quarterly newsletter containing public policy reports and updated information to help people with disabilities live independently.
http://www.c-c-d.org/doors.html

"Priced Out in 2002"
Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities Housing Task Force
http://www.c-c-d.org/tf-housing.htm
Technical Assistance Collaborative, Inc.
http://www.tacinc.org

Project Action: Accessible Traveler's Database
Information related to accessible transportation and travel alternatives for people with disabilities. Information can be searched by state and city.
http://www.easter-seals.org

TASH
Access to printed and online resources, as well up-to-date information on key public policy issues related to inclusion.
http://www.tash.org/

United States Access Board
The Access Board is an independent Federal agency devoted to accessibility for people with disabilities and a leading source of information on accessible design for the built environment, transit vehicles, telecommunications equipment, and electronic and information technology.
http://www.access-board.gov/

United We Ride: Coordinating Human Service Transportation
United We Ride is an interagency national initiative that supports states and local governments in developing coordinated human service delivery systems and provides coordination grants, a transportation-coordination and planning self-assessment tool, technical assistance, and other resources to help communities succeed.
http://www.unitedweride.gov

"Valuable Resources for Your Disabled Clients"
Realtor Magazine Online: Overview of federal, state and local mortgage programs and resources.
http://www.realtor.org/rmomag.NSF/pages/feat4April05?OpenDocument

Whole Schooling Consortium
The Whole Schooling Consortium is an international network of schools, teachers, parents and community members working to create schools that are based on its "Six Principles of Whole Schooling." The consortium provides information, dialogue, research, and support for teachers, parents, administrators, researchers, and policymakers.
www.coe.wayne.edu/wholeschooling/

World Institute on Disability
Information related to inclusion, includes links to other sites with disability focus, publications and program information.
http://www.wid.org/

Center for the Study and Advancement of Disability Policy (CSADP)
The Center for the Study and Advancement of Disability Policy (CSADP) provides public education, leadership development and training, technical assistance and information dissemination, and conducts action-research and analysis of public policy issues affecting individuals with disabilities and their families.
http://www.disabilitypolicycenter.org/

Council for Exceptional Children
The largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted.
http://www.cec.sped.org/

Education Law Resource Center
The Center provides information to help parents and educators to better understand legal requirements and meet individual student needs. Topics include special education, physical restraints, and the No Child Left Behind law.
http://www.edlawrc.com

Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)
Access to more than 1.2 million pieces of information related to education of individuals with developmental disabilities or those who are gifted. National network co-sponsored by U.S. Department of Education and Office of Educational Research and Improvement.
http://www.eric.ed.gov

Education Week on the Web
Online compilation of timely articles on education in America, including special education section.
http://www.edweek.org/

Family and Advocates for Parental Education/FAPE
The Families and Advocates Partnership for Education (FAPE) project, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, was created to improve the educational outcomes for children with disabilities.
http://www.fape.org

Family Education Network
A host of articles, tips, and expert advice on every aspect of parenting including parenting and educating children with special needs.
http://www.familyeducation.com/home/

Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
Hundreds of education resources supported by agencies across the US Federal government.
http://www.ed.gov/free/

Gentle Teaching
Non-violent approach to teaching children and adults with special needs.
http://www.gentleteaching.nl/

IDEA: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Information and resources related to IDEA.
http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/Policy/IDEA/index.html

IDEA Practices
Information, tips and ideas related to IDEA and its implementation
http://www.ideapractices.org/

Inclusion of Students with Special Needs
Site for teachers and parents advocating for an inclusive school environment. Includes information on system change, staff development, teaching and learning in an inclusive environment, collaboration, standards and assessments. Links to related sites.
http://www.newhorizons.org/

Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) aligns IDEA with the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), helping to ensure equity, accountability and excellence in education for children with disabilities. The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has developed 19 topic briefs related to high-interest areas of IDEA 2004, including all relevant statutory language around that topic, the citations and cross-references to other, related briefs.
http://www.ed.gov/policy/speced/guid/idea/idea2004.html

Internet Resources for Special Children (IRSC)
Web site providing information to parents, family members, caregivers, friends, educators, and medical professionals and access to online communities, recent news articles, information, resources, etc.
http://www.irsc.org

LD Resources
This site has been providing resources for people with learning disabilities since 1995.
http://www.ldresources.com

Learning Opportunities for Your Child Through Alternate Assessments
This booklet, published by the US Department of Education, includes a section on accessing grade level content for students wth disabilities.
http://www.ed.gov/parents/needs/speced/learning/index.html

Minnesota Disability Law Center
The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) addresses the unique legal needs of persons with disabilities by providing free civil legal assistance to individuals with disabilities on legal issues related to their disabilities.
http://www.mndlc.org

Minnesota Special Education
Information on workshops, guidelines, policy questions and answers, issue papers and resources.
http://www.education.state.mn.us/mde/Learning_Support/Special_Education/index.html

National Association of Parents with Children in Special Education (NAPCSE)
A national association that is dedicated to ensuring that all children and adolescents with special needs receive the best education possible. NAPCSE serves the interest of parents with children in special education by giving them numerous resources within the field of special education. By having an association that they can truly call their own, parents with children in special education now have an association that is completely devoted to their needs. NAPCSE advances and strengthens its community through networking, research, publications, and membership benefits.
http://www.napcse.org

National Association of School Psychologists
Reports, journal articles, etc. related to IDEA and other educational issues, as well as advocacy information.
http://www.nasponline.org/

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
Provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals. Their special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22). If you have children with disabilities and don't know where to turn for assistance, make this your first stop.
http://www.nichcy.org/

National Institute for Urban School Improvement
Extensive library of resources, research, publications and online sites related to inclusive education.
http://www.inclusiveschools.org

National State Policy Database
Rules and regulations related to special education, accessed by state, plus links to IDEA and all state education agency web sites
http://www.rrfcnetwork.org/content/view/347/382/

New Hampshire Education Law (NHELaw)
The NHELaw publishes training manuals and conducts trainings for parents, educators, attorneys, and other professionals involved in education issues.
http://www.nhedlaw.com

Office of Special Education Programs
Information related to IDEA and its interpretation and implementation. Site offers policy information, research and statistics.
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html?src=mr

Parent Training and Information Centers
Parent centers help families obtain appropriate educational services for their children, provide training and information on a variety of topics, and connect children with disabilities with community resources.
www.taalliance.org/centers

Reed Martin
Web site of one of the United States' leading experts in special education law. Site includes access to publications, parent discussion groups and educational products.
http://www.reedmartin.com

SchwabLearning.org
Free information, resources, publications and support to children who struggle with learning and their parents. Funded by the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation.
http://www.schwablearning.org

Sensory Integration Resource Center
Current information resources and resources related to sensory integration issues.
http://www.sinetwork.org/

Special Education News
Round-up of recent articles related to special education. Organized by interest.
http://www.specialednews.com/

Special Education Resources on the Internet
A collection of Internet accessible information resources of interest to those involved in the fields related to special education.
http://seriweb.com/

University of Pittsburgh
Compilation of resources created by the University of Pittsburgh.
http://www.pitt.edu/~poole/generalSpecEd.html (general and elementary education resources)
http://www.pitt.edu/~poole/secedSpecEd.html (resources for secondary education)

U.S. Department of Education
Access to comprehensive information on education and educational policy in the United States, including special education.
http://www.ed.gov

Whole Schooling Consortium
The Whole Schooling Consortium is an international network of schools, teachers, parents, administrators, university faculty and community members whose purpose is to promote excellence and equity in schools throughout the world to build inclusive and democratic societies.
http://www.wholeschooling.net

Wrightslaw
Site for accurate, up-to-date information related to advocacy for special education and special education law.
http://www.wrightslaw.com

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Comprehensive information on Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP, including coverage, laws, regulations and extensive resource section.
http://cms.hhs.gov

Data Resource Center for Child and Adolescent Health
Research tool for collecting demographic and other health related data about this population, and making state-by-state comparisons.
http://www.childhealthdata.org

Healthy People 2010
Health care information and publications that challenge individuals, communities, and professionals to take specific steps to ensure good health is enjoyed by everyone.
http://www.healthypeople.gov

National Health Law Program (NHeLP)
Provides extensive information on health care law affecting low-income people. The site is updated daily with health law news, legislative analysis, and health law Internet links.
http://www.healthlaw.org

Online Health Services
Directory of disabilities related web sites
http://www.onlinehealthresources.com/Disabilities/

Axis Disability Rights
Links to disability sites and resources related to inclusive education, employment and relationships, compiled by consultants Norman Kunc and Emma Van der Klift.
http://www.normemma.com/

Center for Self-Determination
The Center for Self-Determination is a working collaboration of individuals and organizations committed to the principles of self-determination and to helping all persons create the lives they want, connected to and with their communities, and pursuing long-term relationships and economic futures.
http://www.self-determination.com

Cornell University, ILR School
Employment and Disability Institute
The Employment and Disability Institute conducts research, and provides technical assistance and continuing education on disability and the workplace issues..
http://www.ilr.cornell.edu/edi/

Disability Advocacy: Suite 101
Information on disability rights and advocacy, featuring recent articles, discussion groups and resources.
http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/disability_advocacy

It's My Choice
Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities.
http://www.mncdd.org/extra/publications.htm

It's My Life: Corporation for Public Broadcasting
It's My Life addresses issues children and teens deal with every day. This web site includes informative articles, personal stories, games and activities, quizzes, polls, video clips and advice from older kids and experts.
http://pbskids.org/itsmylife

National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)
Self-Determination for Middle and High School Students
The National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET) provides technical assistance and disseminates information focused on areas of national significance for youth with disabilities and their families.
http://www.ncset.org/topics/sdmhs/faqs.asp?topic=30

National Program Office on Self-Determination - Institute on Disability University of New Hampshire
The Institute on Disability/UCED at the University of New Hampshire focuses on improving knowledge, policies, and practices related to the lives of persons with disabilities and their families.
http://iod.unh.edu/Self-Determination/publications1251/publications.htm

New Directions: My Life Going F.A.R.
Project to foster the personal and collective empowerment of individuals and family members to improve choice, control and responsibility for their services by developing and implementing personal plans and utilizing the new Independence Plus Medicaid Waiver Program.
http://www.tash.org/mdnewdirections/factsheets/index.htm

North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities/Self-Determination
The North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (DD Council) is part of a national network of organizations that promotes the "independence, productivity, integration and inclusion into the community" of people with developmental disabilities and their families.
http://www.nc-ddc.org

The Nth Degree
Products, Designs, Stories and Links for our Disability Culture: for the Independent Living, Inclusion, Diversity and Disability Rights Movements.
http://www.thenthdegree.com

People First
Links to People First organizations throughout the world. Self-determination resources and information for self-advocates with developmental disabilities.
http://www.peoplefirst.org.uk/pflinks.html

SABE (Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered)
Information, resources and news for self-advocates.
http://www.sabeusa.org/

Support Broker Training 2005: My Voice, My Choice
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
My Voice, My Choice is a Self-Directed Support System that adults with developmental disabilities can choose in Idaho. This online course teaches learners about several key concepts, including Self-Determination, the shift from traditional supports to a self-directed model, Person-Centered Planning, and the Ethics and Professionalism required of a successful Support Broker.
http://sbt.idahocdhd.org

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Center for Development and Learning
Project STIR (Steps Toward Independence and Responsibility): Acting for Advocacy (A4A)
A web site for students face planning life after high school that provides helpful information, resources, and support, as well as practical tools to become strong self-advocates and make their own life choices.
http://www.self-advocate.org

Department of Labor
Information on employment for employers and employees.
http://www.dol.gov/

Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
Information related to job accommodations, the ADA and employability of people with disabilities.
http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/

Partners in Employment
A six hour self directed e-learning course on how to find a job, write a resume, participate in an interview, and plan for your career. For a preview of the course and registration information:
www.partnersinpolicymaking.com/employment

The Red Book
The Red Book serves as a general reference source about the employment-related provisions of Social Security Disability Insurance and the Supplemental Security Income Programs for educators, advocates, rehabilitation professionals, and counselors who serve people with disabilities. This resource includes an overview of employment supports and how they help people with disabilities, and a section on health care and Medicaid protections for people with disabilities who are working or want to work.
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/disabilityresearch/redbook.htm

Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration (SSA) pays retirement, disability and survivors benefits to workers and their families, administers the Supplemental Security Income program and issues Social Security numbers. This web site provides comprehensive information on Social Security benefits and programs and how to access them.
http://www.ssa.gov

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
News and information on equal employment in the United States, including information for employers, research, statistics, laws and regulations.
http://www.eeoc.gov/stats/index.html

WorkSupport.com (Virginia Commonwealth University)
Information, resources and research related to work and disability issues.
http://www.worksupport.com/default.asp

Disability Solutions
Bi-monthly newsletter containing information for self-advocates, parents, family members and professionals.
http://www.disabilitysolutions.org/

Fathers Network
Information and resources for fathers and families raising children with developmental disabilities and special health issues. Includes news, personal stories, family resources.
http://www.fathersnetwork.org/page.php?page=554&

Human Services Research Institute
The Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) was established in 1976 to help states and the federal government enhance services and supports to people with mental illness and people with mental retardation. They also are working to develop alternatives to congregate care facilities.
http://www.hsri.org/

National Center for Cultural Competence at Georgetown University
The National Center for Cultural Competence (NCCC) was created to help health and mental health programs design, implement, and evaluate culturally and linguistically competent service delivery systems. The Center has particular expertise in developing instruments and conducting organizational self-assessment processes to advance cultural and linguistic competency.
http://gucchd.georgetown.edu/nccc/index.html

National Center for Family Support at Human Services Research Institute
NCFS, through the Human Services Research Institute, provides training and technical assistance on family support to 56 project sites through institutes, conferences, and symposiums. In addition, NCFS creates and disseminates resources and publications on best practices and family support policies.
http://www.familysupport-hsri.org

NFCA: National Family Caregivers Association
News and information related to concerns of caregivers, including family members. Training opportunities, tips and research information.
http://www.nfcacares.org/

"Policy Research Brief: Family Support Services in the United States Research and Training Center on Community Living"
University of Minnesota, February 2006
http://www.ici.umn.edu/

Research & Training Center on Family Support and Children's Mental Health
The Center's research and training activities focus on improving services to children and youth who have mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders and their families.
http://rtc.pdx.edu/

TimeBanks USA
The goal of TimeBanks USA is to create an economy that rewards caring, decency, and a passion for justice. A Time Bank is a community of people who support each other by helping other members and keeping track of the time spent. Every hour spent doing something for someone in your community earns you one Time Dollar to spend on having someone do something for you.
http://www.timebanks.org

ABLEDATA
Objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources.
http://www.abledata.com/

American Eugenics Movement
Comprehensive archive of images, documents and exhibits related to the American Eugenics Movement.
http://www.eugenicsarchive.org/eugenics/

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
A national legal advocate for people with mental disabilities.
http://www.bazelon.org/

Beyond Affliction: The Disability History Project
Four-hour radio series focusing on people with disabilities and their families since the beginning of the 19th century.
http://iris.npr.org/programs/disability/index.html

Center for Human Policy - Disability Studies for Teachers
Lesson plans and materials designed to help teachers integrate disability studies into social studies, history, literature, and related subjects in grades 6-12. The plans and materials also can be adapted for use in postsecondary education.
http://www.disabilitystudiesforteachers.org/

Center for Independent Living: Mission and History
History of the Center for Independent Living at the University of California, Berkeley, a national leader in helping people with disabilities live independently and become more productive.
http://www.cilberkeley.org/history.htm

Chronology of the Disability Rights Movement
Chronological overview of the Disability Rights Movement in the United States, from 1817 through 1996.
http://www.sfsu.edu/~hrdpu/chron.htm

Dan Keplinger
Star of the documentary that won an Oscar for Best Documentary.
http://users.erols.com/kinggimp/

DisabilityInfo.gov
Online connection to the federal government's disability-related information and resources.
http://www.disability.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=500

The Disability History Museum
The Disability History Museum has no bricks and mortar. The virtual museum is home to a searchable, theme-based digital collection of documents and images related to disability history in the United States. Artifacts are drawn from public and private collections around the country.
http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/

Disability Resources Monthly WebWatcher: History of Disability
Online review of resources and web sites related to the history of people with disabilities.
http://www.disabilityresources.org/HISTORY.html

Disability Rights and Education Defense Fund (DREDF) - A History of Section 504
History of Section 504, including eyewitness accounts.
http://www.dredf.org/504/history.html

The Disability Rights and Independent Living Movement
The UC Berkeley's web site on the Disability Rights and Independent Living Movement includes a collection of primary sources exploring the social and political history of the disability movement from the 1960s to the present. Includes oral history.
http://bancroft.berkeley.edu/collections/drilm/

Disability Social History Project
A community history project that outlines important events in disability history, topical exhibits, special projects and resources.
http://www.disabilityhistory.org/

Disability Studies Online Magazine
List of books and resources for educators.
http://www.disabilitystudies.com/history.htm

Family Village: Disability History
Links to disability history resources.
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/general/history.html

History of Special Education
Overview of the history of special education from the ERIC Clearinghouse on Information Center on Disabilities and Gifted Education (ERIC EC).
http://ericec.org/faq/spedhist.html

Holocaust Museum: Treatment of the Handicapped
Brochure describing Nazi treatment of people with disabilities from 1933-1945.
http://www.holocaust-trc.org/hndcp.htm

Image Archive on the American Eugenics Movement
Key events, persons and social conditions contributing to development of eugenics - the effort to breed better humans. Presented through essays and images.
http://www.eugenicsarchive.org/eugenics/

Kids As Self Advocates: Disability History and Culture
A national, grassroots network of youth with disabilities and needs (and our friends) created to spread helpful, positive information among our peers to increase knowledge around various issues.
http://www.fvkasa.org/culture.asp

LD Online
Web site on learning disabilities for parents, teachers and other professionals.
http://www.ldonline.org/

Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
Presentations and extensive historical archives related to society's treatment of people with developmental disabilities.
http://www.mncdd.org

National Public Radio -- Beyond Affliction: The Disability History Project
A four-hour documentary radio series about the shared experience of people with disabilities and their families since the beginning of the 19th century. Web site includes excerpts from the shows as well as many of the primary source documents - extended interviews, images, and texts - from which the on-air programs were developed.
http://www.npr.org/programs/disability/

National Museum of American History: The Disability Rights Movement
Virtual exhibit available through the Smithsonian Institute converted from a live exhibit that physically existed from July 2000 through July 2001. Exhibit covers the disability rights movement, technology, mobility, the ADA, the parents movement and other topics.
http://americanhistory.si.edu/disabilityrights/

Parallels in Time
Information about the history of society's treatment of people with developmental disabilities, including numerous videos and audio clips.
http://www.mnddc.org/parallels/index.html

Parallels in Time II
To commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities, Parallels In Time II collects historical materials about the history of society's treatment of people with developmental disabilities from WWII to 2005, including numerous videos and audio clips.
http://www.mnddc.org/parallels2/index.htm

U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section
An overview of Federal civil rights laws that ensure equal opportunity for people with disabilities.
http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/cguide.htm

With an Eye to the Past
Presentation celebrating the contributions Minnesotans have made to improve the care and quality of life of thousands of Minnesotans with developmental disabilities.
http://www.mnddc.org/past/index.html

ABILITY Magazine
ABILITY Magazine features the latest information for people with disabilities on health, new technologies, the ADA, employment opportunities, human interest stories, travel, leisure, and more.
http://www.abilitymagazine.com

ABLEDATA
Your Source for Assistive Technology Information.
http://www.abledata.com/

Alliance for Technology Access
The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) is the national network of community-based resource centers, developers, vendors, and others dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies.
http://www.ataccess.org

"Assistive Technology Continuum" (video)
Presented by: Judith Sweeney, Onion Mountain Technology, Inc.
Sweeney provides a practical process for selecting assistive technology tools founded on the principle of using a continuum of assistive technology tools beginning with low tech tools, then mid tech tools and, lastly, high tech tools to increase, maintain or improve the functional capabilities of students with disabilities. Available through:
http://www.infinitecmedia.org

"Assistive Technology for Children who have Cerebral Palsy: Augmentation Communication Devices"
Alisa Beth Kahn, New Horizons for Learning
http://www.newhorizons.org

"Autism: Interventions and Strategies for Success"
Cooperative Educational Service Agency #7
Department of Special Education
Susan Stokes, Autism Consultant
http://www.cesa7.k12.wi.us/sped/

Business Week
Archive of articles on assistive technology and its many applications.
http://www.businessweek.com/bwdaily/list/assist01.htm

Closing the Gap
Closing The Gap provides objective information about assistive technology products for children and adults with special needs.
http://www.closingthegap.com

The Family Center on Technology and Disabilities
The Family Center on Technology and Disabilities supports families of children and youth with disabilities, educators, organizations and programs that work with families of children and youth with disabilities by providing a range of information and services on assistive technologies.
http://www.fctd.info

Illinois Assistive Technology Project
Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) is a not-for-profit agency that promotes the availability of assistive technology (AT) services and programs for people with disabilities to help them learn, work and play with greater independence. The program serves all people with disabilities, regardless of age or income, their families, service providers, state agencies, private industry, educators, and other interested individuals.
http://www.iltech.org

Infinitec: Infinite Potential through Assistive Technology
Infinitec, Inc. is a joint effort of the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Chicago and United Cerebral Palsy Associations, Inc., Washington D.C.
http://www.infinitec.org

Information Technology Technical Assistance and Training Center
ITTATC was created to increase the availability of accessible technology in the United States focusing, in particular, on improving the accessibility and usability of information and telecommunication technology, such as computers, web sites, and telephones, and office technology, such as copiers and fax machines.
http://www.ittatc.org

Public School's Special Education System: Funding Source for Assistive Technology
White paper developed by the Assistive Technology Funding and Systems Change Project.
http://www.nls.org/specedat.htm

The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA)
RESNA is an interdisciplinary association dedicated to improving the potential of people with disabilities to achieve their goals through the use of technology. The organization does this through research, development, education, advocacy and provision of technology; and by supporting the people engaged in these activities.
http://www.resna.org

Virtual Assistive Technology Center
Putting computers within reach of individuals with disabilities.
http://www.at-center.com/