The mission of Disability Services is to be a catalyst for ensuring equal learning and working opportunities for disabled students, faculty, staff, and guests by increasing the capacity of communities to eliminate physical, programmatic, policy, informational, and attitudinal barriers. DS also seeks to develop, evaluates, and disseminate innovative models and exemplary practices that promote disability leadership, community, culture, and pride. University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Engaged in scholarly activities that provide a basis for advancing knowledge and practice in the health and rehabilitation sciences. People with disabilities successfully pursuing academics and careers. Programs to promote the use of technology to maximize the independence, productivity and participation of people with disabilities.
People helping people achieve success.
The World Institute on Disability is a non-profit public policy center dedicated to the promotion of independence and full inclusion in society of people with disabilities. Evaluation and Research of Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and the Pervasive Developmental Disorders The Yale Child Study Center is one of the foremost research and diagnostic facilities in the field of autism and pervasive developmental disorders. This Web site is designed to provide some basic information about autism and related conditions. In addition, we provide a list of frequently asked questions, describe current research and clinical activities, and provide information about recent and forthcoming conferences and publications.