Civic Engagement Lunch Talk – Delphine Labbé
Civic Engagement Lunch Talk Series
November 19, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
Location
Daley Library, Room 1-470
Address
801 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
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“I do not want your cookies”: People with disabilities’ experiences of claiming power on advisory committees to improve accessibility in their communities
Presented by: Delphine Labbé and Yochai Eisenberg
This talk presents a project that explored the experiences of people with disabilities on advisory committees to improve accessibility of their communities. The purpose of the study was to better understand how they perceive their engagement in this civic role and its impact both for themselves and their community. Dr. Labbé and team conducted four focus groups with 26 participants with disabilities who served on local government advisory committees in the Midwest region. The presentation will highlight the main findings from these discussions and recommendations for supporting civic engagement of people with disabilities.
Lunch boxes will be available - please RSVP to share dietary restrictions
Register here: bit.ly/Labbe19
UIC is committed to maintaining a barrier-free environment so that individuals with disabilities can fully access programs, services, and all activities. For accessibility accommodations or more information, email ipce@uic.edu or call (312) 355-0088.
Date posted
Aug 9, 2024
Date updated
Sep 24, 2024