[infoshare] Register for NY Disability Seminar on International Exchange

  • From: Ellen Rubin <ellenr5@xxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: infoshare@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:40:29 -0700

Hi Folks,

Sorry, the original version had the rong date. Pleae note the correction.

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.
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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.
·         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.
·         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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