[infoshare] Fw: Register for NY Disability Seminar on International Exchange

From: "Maria" <malyn87@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "Info" <infoshare@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 6 Apr 2009 23:37:40 -0400
Hello all,

Below is some information which might spark that wonder lust in some of you.  
If you would enjoy traveling and learning, please read on.
Maria

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From: Ellen Rubin 
To: Maria rIOS 
Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 10:12 PM
Subject: Register for NY Disability Seminar on International Exchange


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            Have you ever dreamed of going abroad to study, intern, teach, 
volunteer or learn a foreign language? Here's your chance to find out how to 
put foundations under those dreams.
   
  Disability Community Seminar
  Accessing the World through International Exchange
  New York
  May 1, 2009

  People from the U.S. disability community are invited for this one-day 
seminar and luncheon in New York City as we discuss the 'Who, What, Where and 
Why' of international exchange, including overseas cultural, educational, 
professional and volunteer programs, for U.S. students, teachers, professionals 
and others with disabilities. 
    a.. Presenters with disabilities will share personal international exchange 
stories and talk about accommodation strategies for navigating abroad, what to 
bring, what to expect and more. Participants will receive practical tools and 
resources on using VR and keeping SSI benefits, while also learning about 
scholarships available for international exchange. 
    b.. Representatives of international exchange organizations will present 
about programs to apply to, such as Fulbright fellowships, and best inclusive 
practices in the international exchange field. 
  When:       Friday, May 1, 2009, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  Where:      Institute of International Education (IIE)
                    809 United Nations Plaza
                    12th Floor Conference Center
                    New York, NY
  Cost:         $40 (includes lunch). Scholarship waiver available by request.

  Wheelchair Accessible. Sign language interpreter, alternative formats and 
other disability-related accommodations provided upon request. 

  For More Information and Registration, go to: 
  www.miusa.org/ncde/seminarnyc 
  or 
  contact MIUSA at:
  Email: clearinghouse@xxxxxxxxx
  Tel/TTY: (541) 343-1284

  This event is co-sponsored by Mobility International USA, the Bureau of 
Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State and the 
Institute of International Education.

  Registration deadline: April 17, 2009 - Space limited to 50 participants, so 
register early!

  The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange provides free 
information and referral services related to the participation of people with 
disabilities in international exchange programs. The Clearinghouse is sponsored 
by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of 
State, and is managed by Mobility International USA, which is celebrating its 
28th year as a U.S.-based non-profit organization.

  Our mailing address is:

  Mobility International USA
  132 E. Broadway, Suite 343
  Eugene, Oregon 97401 USA

  Our telephone/tty:
  541-343-1284

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emailing: clearinghouse@xxxxxxxxxx 

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