This course is designed to empower learners with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to understand and advocate for disability rights. Through practical insights, legal frameworks, and real-world case studies, participants will develop the ability to create inclusive environments and promote equality for individuals with disabilities.
Whether you are a student, professional, caregiver, or community leader, this course provides actionable strategies to strengthen advocacy and awareness.
Features
- Understand key disability rights laws and policies.
- Recognize barriers to inclusion in education, employment, and public life.
- Develop advocacy skills to promote accessibility and equity.
- Apply practical approaches to support persons with disabilities.
- Foster inclusive communities through knowledge and awareness.
Target audiences
- Students in law, social sciences, or education
- NGOs and disability rights advocates
- Educators, HR professionals, and policymakers
- Caregivers and community leaders
- Anyone interested in building inclusive societies
Requirements
- No prior knowledge required — just interest and commitment
- Access to a computer or mobile device with internet connection
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 10 Lessons
- 6 Weeks
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- Module 1: Introduction to Disability Rights2
- Module 2: Legal Protections and Policies2
- Module 3: Advocacy and Empowerment2
- Module 4: Accessibility and Inclusion2
- Module 5: Building Awareness and Action Plans2
Instructor
Detra Stewart
Detra Stewart develops and provides ADA Sensitivity Training curriculums that include Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) mandated training requirements.
