Resources
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Experiential Learning and Internship for Undergraduates: A Workbook for Undergraduate Interns in the Human Services Field
by
Abigail O. Akande
Michael B. Lavetsky
Stacey Conway
This textbook is a comprehensive and sequential guide designed specifically for undergraduate students entering internships in the human services field and for the faculty serving as their internship supervisors. With a strong focus on career development and self-exploration, it builds understanding of the theoretical knowledge and core competencies needed for practical, clinical experience in a variety of human services positions such as rehabilitation, social work, case management, counseling, and criminal justice.
By targeting the career exploration content that is vital in the experience of undergraduates who are seeking professions in such a broad human services field, it will be essential reading for students at this level. It is also a valuable resource for internship or practicum instructors in undergraduate programs, with a focus on rehabilitation, human services, social work, psychology, criminal justice, and other related helping fields.
"Being Heumann: An unrepentant memoir of a disability rights activist"
by Judith Heumann
One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive an education, have a job, and just be human.
A story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn't built for all of us and of one woman's activism—from the streets of Brooklyn and San Francisco to inside the halls of Washington—Being Heumann
recounts Judy Heumann's lifelong battle to achieve respect, acceptance, and inclusion in society.
Candid, intimate, and irreverent, Judy Heumann's memoir about resistance to exclusion invites readers to imagine and make real a world in which we all belong.
Also, check out the archive of Judy's podcast episodes.
Global Disability Legislation Index
Shining a Light on Disability Inclusion: Status of Disability and Employment Laws Around the World
Valuable 500 and Baker McKenzie have developed the world’s first comprehensive guide to disability legislation across 100 countries, providing employers and employees with critical legal knowledge on disability inclusion.
The index is available to all, with regular updates planned to reflect legislative changes and emerging case law.
Teen challenges: Substance addiction
by Donna B. McKinney
Content Consultant - Dr. Abigail Akande
This book explores addiction to different substances, ranging from alcohol and nicotine to marijuana, opioids, and other illegal drugs. The title also examines treatment options available to overcome addiction. Features include a glossary, online resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
The Global Disability Directory
Disability Support International (DSI) is a program working to build and maintain an online directory to better inform & connect those working in the disability sector and those needing help, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
If you'd like your international disability or rehabilitation-related organization, service, or resource listed here, please contact us at [email protected]
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