Introduction
At the Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD), we are dedicated to advancing the independence, productivity and full inclusion of people with disabilities in all areas of life. As the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) for the State of Illinois, we serve as a statewide leader in disability research, education and service. Our work spans interdisciplinary training, clinical and community-based services, innovative research, and the sharing of knowledge with academics, policymakers, businesses, government agencies and service providers. Everything we do is grounded in a commitment to equity, access and meaningful change.
2024 Annual Report
Our latest annual report celebrates the creativity, research and impact that defined our year. We showcase the powerful work of 3Arts/BOW Residency artists, announce our new five-year Family Support Research and Training Center grant, and celebrate the renewal of our accredited assistive technology training program. We also highlight our global engagement at the 17th World Congress of the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Chicago and honor the legacies of three remarkable scholars and advocates for disability justice.
