Institute on Disability Awareness at Niagara University

March is also Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month! This month is all about raising awareness, supporting those affected by MS, and advocating for better resources and research. Learn more and get involved with the MS community at mymsaa.org #MSAwareness #SupportMS #IDAatNU

Did you know that March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month? More than 17 million people worldwide live with CP, yet awareness and accessibility are still critical. This month, let's amplify voices, promote inclusivity, and support individuals with CP in living full, independent lives. Learn more and get involved at: https://loom.ly/iDlPFwc #CerebralPalsyAwareness #IDAatNU

Experience the inspiring story of BEING MICHELLE, an award-winning documentary about a deaf woman with autism who survived incarceration and abuse — now using art to share her story and heal. ???? ??? Date: April 7 ?? Location: Niagara University ? Time: 5–7:30 PM ??? Free Admission | Panel Discussion to Follow Seats are limited — RSVP now to secure your spot! ?? Watch the trailer here: https://loom.ly/KQy8Tsc #BeingMichelle #DisabilityAwareness #DeafCommunity #AccessibilityMatters #IDAatNU

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! We’re celebrating the talents, dreams, and achievements of people with developmental disabilities — because their stories matter. Let’s continue to uplift and create opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential. Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wq7CPS8 #InclusionMatters #IDAatNU

Pediatricians play a pivotal role in guiding patients with intellectual disabilities from pediatric to adult care. This transition should address not only medical needs but also educational, vocational, and social aspects as they move beyond public schooling. Early and ongoing conversations between pediatricians, patients, and caregivers are essential to ensure a seamless and supportive transition. Learn more here: https://loom.ly/00pMbuA #Pediatrics #InclusiveCare #IDAatNU

Did you know March is Brain Injury Awareness Month? ?? The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is leading the way with new initiatives to support and uplift the brain injury community. From advocacy efforts to fundraising opportunities, there’s so much to get involved with this month. https://loom.ly/rQNgbSk #BrainInjuryAwareness

The Institute on Disability Awareness successfully delivered the nation’s first comprehensive disability awareness training for School Resource Officers (SROs) earlier this month in Columbia, Missouri. Thanks to funding from the Missouri School Boards Association, 18 officers and a Juvenile Justice Association representative completed the Train the Trainer course — empowering them to educate SROs across the state. ?? #DisabilityAwareness #IDAatNU

WBFO News recently featured Niagara University's Disability Awareness Night! This event promotes disability education and highlights the university’s supportive programs, Disability Studies minor, and the Institute on Disability Awareness. ??? Learn more about Niagara’s commitment to inclusivity in this recent interview! https://loom.ly/MDr18go #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusivity #NiagaraUniversity

Niagara University's Men’s Hockey team hosted Disability Awareness Night, celebrating inclusion and accessibility in sports! ?? This event featured a ceremonial puck drop by Liam O'Donnell and Matt Bassette from Buffalo’s Spirited Athletes Bold at Heart (SABAH) program. A huge thank you to Local Laborers 91 for making this gathering even more inclusive by providing tickets for local disability organizations and having an ASL interpreter present to sign the anthems and support attendees who use ASL as their primary language. Together, we champion awareness, acceptance, and the power of sports for all. #UniteForInclusion #DisabilityAwareness

Break down barriers and build a more inclusive world! Enroll in Disability Awareness 101, Niagara University’s premier online program, and gain certificate-level training to promote inclusion, equity, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. ?? Don’t wait — register now and make a difference: https://loom.ly/_GB10mU #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness #NiagaraUniversity #EquityAndInclusion