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The Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston supports the rights of children and adults with disabilities to participate in all aspects of society. As practitioners, researchers, and teachers, we form partnerships with individuals, families, and service agencies. Together we advocate for personal choice, self-determination, and social and economic justice.
We are dedicated to advancing the full inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. Our work encompasses research, program evaluation, training, consultation, education, policy analysis, and service delivery across four main areas of emphasis: Employment, Education, Community Life, and Health Care.
We have three national hubs: ExploreVR and ThinkWork, which focus on inclusive employment, and ThinkCollege, which focuses on inclusive higher education.
Projects
Our projects involve conducting state and national employment research, increasing access to higher education, supporting children with disabilities to plan for a fulfilling future, and much more.
Services
From expert consultation and technical assistance to online training for employment professionals, our services help agency leaders and disability staff to excel and thrive in their work.
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Massachusetts Center for Inclusive Higher Education and Transition

Our team at the Massachusetts Center for Inclusive Higher Education and Transition is dedicated to advancing higher education and transition opportunities for youth and young adults with intellectual disabilities (IDD) and autism. Our Center has three important goals:

Promote a fully inclusive model of services
Provide training and professional development opportunities for practitioners who work with youth and young adults with disabilities
Provide resources to youth and young adults with disabilities, their families, advocates, and service providers

Join us as we work together to create new opportunities for youth and young adults with IDD and autism!