Professional Development for Faculty, Staff, and Students. Building awareness and skills for cultural competency
“When one is disabled, the problem is not really that they have impairments and social skill deficits. The issue at stake is that they live in an ‘ableist’ culture that rarely affords them the space or opportunity to make their unique contribution to society and does not lift up the value of choosing them as friends.”
– BEN CONNER, AMPLIFYING OUR WITNESS Continue reading “Sometimes Disabilities are Invisible. “
To create a more inclusive Lawrence, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Diversity and Intercultural Center encourage the campus community to be aware of upcoming events, organizations, services, workshops, and ongoing initiatives in the areas of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Continue reading “Checking the Box “Diversity-Related Event or Gathering””