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TipsheetsAnswers to common disability questions when planning for or looking for an international exchange experience and also information about international exchange programs designed for athletes, community college students and/or the deaf community. Disability TipsheetsAnswers to common disability questions when planning for an international exchange experience - from necessary electrical conversions to air travel advice to disability specific overseas strategies. Air Travel Tips for People with DisabilitiesAdapted from Mobility International USA’s Building Bridges: A Manual on Including People with Disabilities in International Exchange Alcoholism and Alcohol-Related Disabilities: Considerations Related to International Exchange ProgramsInformation on the ADA and alcoholism, the role of alcohol in other cultures, and accommodating exchange participants who are recovering alcoholics. Autism Spectrum / Asperger Syndrome and International ExchangeLearn the benefits of going abroad for people with Asperger Syndrome and on the autism spectrum, and the steps and questions to ask when planning an inclusive group exchange. Blind Visitors to the United States: What you need to knowInformation and resources for international visitors to the United States who are blind or have low vision. Specific tips for navigating professional, community or academic environments. Deaf and Hard of Hearing International Exchange ParticipantsSuggestions for finding, funding, contracting and advocating for sign language interpreters or other communication services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing exchange participants. Disability-Related Phrases and Vocabulary to Learn Before You Go AbroadThis tip sheet includes many phrases and more than 60 vocabulary words vital to clearly communicate disability related needs and concerns while abroad. Equipment and Tools that Make Traveling with a Disability EasyExperienced travelers with physical disabilities know there are a lot of tools and portable adaptive equipment that can make international travel easier. Foreign Languages and Students with DisabilitiesLearn strategies for optimizing foreign language and English language learning and links to in-depth research articles related to learning disabilities, blindness, deafness and other disabilities. Forms to Assess the Disability-Related Needs of Exchange ParticipantsNot sure what specific disability information factors into preparing for the exchange destination? Use these easy to follow forms to to help in planning ahead for program accommodations. Guide Dogs and Service AnimalsTraveling internationally with a Guide Dog, Service Dog, or Service Animal? Consider these tips, suggestions, and practical advice from experienced travelers. Ask NCDE for information about specific countries. Guide to Electrical Adapters, Converters and Transformers for International Travel with Power Wheelchairs and Other Electrical DevicesTips for international travelers using power wheelchair battery chargers and other electrical devices. HIV/AIDS: International Exchange PlanningLearn more about policies, medication and accommodations planning, and personal and professional resources useful to international exchange travelers living with HIV/AIDS. Insurance Considerations for Exchange Participants with DisabilitiesLearn questions to investigate and what to consider as it relates to travel and health insurance, disability issues and people with pre-existing conditions. International Students with Disabilities Accessing Community ResourcesA guide to finding off-campus disability-related resources in the U.S. for everything from support groups to equipment repair. Learning Disability and ADD/ADHD QuestionsQuestions for students with learning disabilities and ADD/ADHD to consider when planning for study abroad Medications: Tips for Traveling InternationallyQuestions to consider for people who use daily medications Mental Health-Related Disabilities: Considerations for Exchange ParticipantsIn this document, the term mental health-related disability refers to a broad range of conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (or obsessions and compulsions), post traumatic stress, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, and disordered eating. Mobility Disabilities: Tips for Inclusion in International ExchangeTips and strategies for providing accommodations to individuals with mobility disabilities and planning ahead for inclusive programs. Personal Assistants on International Exchange ProgramsThis tip sheet explains the ins and outs of going abroad with a personal assistant. Types of Exchange Programs TipsheetsExplore different types of international opportunities from community college programs to sports exchanges. Building Youth with Disabilities Awareness of International ExchangesParents, educators and people who work with youth are in the most direct positions to give youth with disabilities the information and encouragement that they need to pursue international opportunities. Community College ExchangesResources for students with disabilities from the United States and abroad on community college international study opportunities and advice. Deaf Community ExchangesA list of international exchange programs that are designed for or work with the Deaf / Hard of Hearing community. Disability Networking Across Borders: Creating Short-Term International Exchange ProgramsHow to fund a program, identify partner organizations and other tips and resources including templates and tools. Links to International Exchange, Travel and Disability ResourcesVarious international exchange resources that provide disability, accessibility or general exchange travel information. Search Exchange ProgramsStudy? Intern? Volunteer? Teach? What would you like to do abroad? Search these directories for exciting international opportunities around the world! Sports Related & Outdoor Adventure International ExchangesA brief look at sports related and outdoor adventure exchanges. Document Actions |
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