Doctoral Student in Health Behavior and Health Education
Professional Goals
Through research, program development, clinical and service work, I hope to contribute to improving academic, health care, and personal transitions for young people with disabilities. I believe the health care system must actively address health inequities through research, education, and by improving practices. Some specific long term goals I have are:
To develop programs and tools to assist communities in improving the social climate for people with disabilities.
To develop a tool to assist healthcare providers with intervention planning among families affected by developmental disability.
To increase visibility of LGBT populations in health care and public health training through education of heath educators and providers.
Short term goals that support these plans will be essential to my ability to meet these objectives. My professional goals for the next 2 years include:
Continuing the Allies for Ability research and outreach program.
Submitting two to three articles/chapters for publication.
Presenting at two conferences, including organizing a session for one conference.