Disability is an example of cultural diversity.
The overall goal of this curriculum is to foster the development of an integrative, accepting and facilitating environment for college students who have disabilities. Negative stigmatizing can be the most limiting feature of having a disability by denying contributions to society at large. Information, knowledge and sensitivity can combat negative stigma and facilitate inclusion. But, more importantly, helping to create a community that is truly culturally competent will prevent negative stereotypes and remove future barriers for our citizens with disabilities. The design of disability resource mentors will systematically increase the number of faculty and administrator beneficiaries during the 3-year span of the grant.