Research study – Experiences of young adults with disabilities, the internet, and work

Posted June 19, 2020 by Mandy Smith in Consumer Opportunities

Who is eligible for this study?
Survey participates must:
Identify as having a disability.
Be 18-24 years old.
Work or be currently seeking employment.
Live in the United States.

What does the research involve?
It involves an online survey that includes questions about how and where you work, how you use different social networking websites, and your familiarity with disability rights related issues. You do not need to have any prior knowledge in order to participate. Survey participants can enter a drawing for one of eight $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions? Contact:
Robert Gould, PhD (Principal Investigator).
Assistant Clinical Professor
Director of Research, Great Lakes ADA Center
Department of Disability and Human Development
University of Illinois at Chicago
rgould3@uic.edu
(312) 413- 2299

Mandy Smith

Mandy has worked at RCIL since June of 2009. She is a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist and provides services in 32 counties to individuals who are blind or have low vision and are 55 years and older.

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