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Disability Policy Working Paper Series

In support of the 2010 National Disability Summit on Disability Policy, New Editions’ team of researchers prepared ten working papers on disability policy issues. This landmark event commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and attracted over 400 stakeholders from across the country. The papers addressed policy accomplishments and future challenges in areas such as civil rights, housing, health, employment, education and technology.

Research Brief on Vocational Success after Traumatic Brain Injury

VR Research in Brief: Achieving Vocational Success after Traumatic Brain Injury

As part of the National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center (NTAC), operated by New Editions, this research brief was developed to summarize current research findings on strategies for employment success after traumatic brain injury. It was distributed to state vocational rehabilitation programs, regional Technical Assistance and Continuing Education (TACE) Centers, independent living centers, parent information and training centers, as well as to vocational rehabilitation researchers.

Family Influence on Career Choices for People with Disabilities Research Brief

VR Research in Brief: A Partnership in Career Development for People with Disabilities: Collaboration Between Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors and Families

This research brief was developed as part of the National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center (NTAC), operated by New Editions, to summarize current research on family influence on career choices for people with disabilities. It was distributed to state vocational rehabilitation programs, regional Technical Assistance and Continuing Education (TACE) Centers, independent living centers, parent information and training centers, and vocational rehabilitation researchers.

National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center Flyer

The Technical Assistance (TA) Network - RSA's Community for Technical Expertise Flyer

The National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center (NTAC), operated by New Editions, coordinated the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) Technical Assistance (TA) Network. The flyer was distributed at professional and consumer conferences to promote the use of TA Network resources.

Youth Transition Centers Research Brief

VR Research in Brief: Centers for Youth with Disabilities, Parents, and Professionals Working in Transition and Employment Planning

This research brief was developed as part of the National Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center (NTAC), operated by New Editions, to summarize current research findings on youth transition programs. It was distributed to state vocational rehabilitation programs, regional Technical Assistance and Continuing Education (TACE) Centers, independent living centers, parent information and training centers, and vocational rehabilitation researchers.

Employer Resource for Implementing an Accessible Health and Wellness Program

This employer resource highlights key issues related to health and wellness promotions for persons with disabilities as found in the complete Call to Action to Improve the Health and Wellness of Persons with Disabilities. It was developed collaboratively to provide employers with an introduction to developing and implementing health and wellness programs and services in the workplace that are accessible to all employees, including employees with disabilities.

National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials (NCRTM) and Webinar Support

Man wearing a headset and focusing on a computer-based training.

Department of Education

Rehabilitation Services Administration

New Editions manages the Rehabilitation Services Administration’s (RSA) National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials (NCRTM) - ncrtm.ed.gov - and technical assistance webinars. The NCRTM is RSA’s gateway to technical assistance and training, providing reliable, up-to-date training materials. It is a venue for information sharing, learning and professional growth for vocational rehabilitation (VR) professionals, service providers, researchers, trainers, educators, individuals with disabilities and their support networks.

New Options New Mexico

W.K. Kellogg Foundation

Through a subcontract with Monster Government Solutions, New Editions provided program management to New Options New Mexico, a pilot program designed to increase the aptitudes, employability and employment rate of young people in New Mexico. Innovate+Educate received a multi-million dollar grant from the W.K Kellogg Foundation to unite local industry, nonprofits and community colleges together in a cyber-based pilot initiative to help young people in New Mexico find employment and advance their careers.

Program Management of the Disaster Reservist Recruitment Career Hub and Sourcing and Advertising Initiative

Department of Homeland Security

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Through a subcontract with Monster Government Solutions, New Editions provided program management for the development of a career site and advertising campaign to attract and manage candidates applying for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) disaster reservist positions.

Support for the National Council on Disability National Disability Summit on Disability Policy 2010

National Council on Disability

For the National Council on Disability (NCD), New Editions provided research and meeting planning support services for the National Disability Summit on Disability Policy 2010. This landmark event marked the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and brought together over 400 stakeholders from across the country to provide input for a new policy agenda. In preparation for this meeting, our team of researchers prepared ten working papers identifying significant policy accomplishments, emerging issues and challenges for each topic area.