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Virtual – 2024 Georgia Disability History Symposium
October 1 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Join us for our 2024 Georgia Disability History Symposium!
Start time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
This years theme is: Home Grown, World Class: Georgia’s Contributions to the Movement. We will have a full day with a packed agenda. The keynote speaker will be Charlotte McClain-Nhlapo, Global Disability Advisor, World Bank Group. She formerly was the Coordinator for Disability and Inclusive Development for USAID, was appointed by President Obama to lead initiatives on inclusive international development, and was appointed by Nelson Mandela to the South Africa Human Rights Commission. Presenters will include multiple Georgians, both young and seasoned, who have made important impacts in our state. This event is free but you must register. You will be emailed additional information once you register.
Communication access real-time translation (CART) will be provided. Zoom captions will be available as video subtitles & as a live transcript. Requests for other accommodations or assistance need to be received at least one week before the event. Direct questions to drc@uga.edu or or by calling 706-542-8719.
You can download Zoom’s free app here. You will receive a zoom link via email to access the event a few days before the conference.
Registration deadline: You must register before September 24, 2024.