We conduct research on how disaster affects people with disabilities and provide training and resources so everyone can be better prepared and equipped in the event of a disaster or emergency.
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December 2011
Elizabeth McAdams Ducy presents at the TASH conference in Atlanta
November 2011
Elizabeth McAdams Ducy presents at the AUCD conference in Virginia
October 2011
Dr. Laura Stough presents at the Southwest Conference on Disability in New Mexico
September 2011
Dr. Stough presents the Mobile Tips at the "Getting Real II" conference in Washington, D.C. Click on the link for an archived podcast of the FEMA produced conference. http://gettingreal-ii.webcaston.tv/home/
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July 2011
The Mobile TIPS site launches, providing an important resource for first responders and other emergency personnel. Click here to learn more or visit disabilitytips.tamu.edu.
May 2011
Dr. Stough presents at the Qualitatve Inquiry conference in Illinois
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Project REDD is
an affiliated project of the Center on Disability and Development at
Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas.
Disaster & Emergency Resources
| Just in time for hurricane season, you can now download newly updated resource and acronym guides below! |
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Mobile TIPS for First Responders A mobile-based website ideal for first responders "in the field" or anyone who wants to learn more about appropriate tips for providing emergency assistance to people with disabilities. Click here to learn more about the Mobile TIPS site. |
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C.A.R.E. Kits for Special Education Classrooms When disaster strikes during the school day, are teachers adequately prepared? Researchers at Texas A&M have identified the need for improved disaster preparedness in the classroom. |
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Texas Disaster Resource Guide (updated 06/10) Contains vital information to support people with disabilities in the midst of an emergency or disaster situation. |
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Disaster Acronym Guides (updated 06/10) |
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Project REDD Info Sheet
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