MI-UCP Assistive Technology Virtual Workshop to Feature Kellie Blackwell as Speaker on "Low Vision Solutions for Every-Day Living”

MI-UCP, a statewide nonprofit organization advocating and serving individuals with disabilities, announces its monthly Assistive Technology Virtual Workshops in collaborations with Michigan Assistive Technology Program and Disability Rights Michigan. The June MI-UCP Assistive Technology Virtual Workshop will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. via Zoom.

The workshop will feature esteemed speaker Kellie Blackwell, Co-Director for the Michigan Assistive Technology Program administered by Michigan Disability Rights Coalition. As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a screen reader user, Kellie has been instrumental in advocating for and ensuring accessibility across various organizations and businesses. She has actively contributed to the creation and maintenance of accessible documents, websites, and social media platforms, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and creating meaningful experiences for all.

Titled "Low Vision Solutions for Every-Day Living," Kellie's session will delve into the plethora of tools available to assist individuals experiencing low vision or blindness. Attendees will gain valuable insights into different magnifiers, talking products, and identification technology, which can significantly enhance their everyday lives. Drawing from her personal experience with vision loss, Kellie will provide an overview of the diverse range of technologies available in this field.

To participate in this enlightening session, interested individuals are encouraged to register in advance by visiting the link here.

Real time closed captioning will be provided to ensure accessibility. MI-UCP also encourages attendees to reach out with any required accommodations to enhance their participation experience.

The MI-UCP Assistive Technology Virtual Workshop is proudly sponsored by the Michigan Assistive Technology Program, Disability Rights Michigan, MSUFCU SAIL, Disability Network Eastern Michigan, Disability Network Southwest Michigan, and Michigan Rehabilitation Services (LEO). These organizations are dedicated to promoting equity, inclusion, and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

ABOUT MI-UCP

MI-UCP is Michigan’s leading source of information, referrals, and services for people with disabilities and their families. MI-UCP was founded in 1949 as United Cerebral Palsy Association of Metropolitan Detroit (UCP/Detroit). This included Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. That same year, United Cerebral Palsy Association of Michigan (UCP/Michigan) was formed to serve the needs of constituents throughout the remainder of the state of Michigan. In 2020 these two organizations merged to become MI-UCP. Now as statewide nonprofit organization, MI-UCP advocates for and serves individuals with all types of disabilities across the state. For more information, visit mi-ucp.org.