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Forbes
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- Health
- Forbes
From Birth To Adulthood: Advancing Disability Access
In a world in which systems often exclude people with disabilities, Texas Southern University (TSU), the University of Guyana, and the Association of Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) are stepping forward to address this population and its corresponding challenges and triumphs. This October, the three institutions will co-host a virtual conference that looks at disability access across the life span, from birth through adulthood, and from schooling to employment. The event is titled 'Exploring the Impact of Disability Access Across the Spectrum: Birth to Employment. For TSU, the conference reflects more than academic interests. It builds on a broader institutional commitment to educational justice. According to Carl B. Goodman, provost at TSU, 'We are committed to creating meaningful opportunities to work with the community and connect students with faculty to address real-world issues. The conference directly supports the mission of our College of Education's special education program.' As a Historically Black University (HBCU) located in Houston, Texas, TSU has historically served students from marginalized communities. Goodman shared that the university sees inclusion as an active responsibility: 'We want to help manufacture more inclusive and seamless pathways from early childhood through adulthood. We're here to learn from the lived experiences shared at the conference and shape more inclusive practices.' The conference's global focus is also purposeful. According to Stephan Smith, CEO of AHEAD and a co-sponsor, 'While our area of focus is on higher education, of course, we recognize the importance of disability access at all levels. The experience of disability unites people across geographic bounds.' The partnership with the University of Guyana brings a critical Caribbean perspective to the conversation. According to Paloma Mohamed Martin, Vice Chancellor and one of the conference organizers, 'In Guyana, as in many parts of the world, there is a welcome movement to reframe disabilities in the context of human dignity. Part of what we do at the University of Guyana is to try to give agency to the invisible.' University of Guyana President Liddon Lashley also emphasized the complexities of supporting individuals with disabilities in the Caribbean. He stated, "Guyana is a post-colonial global South country with a significant proportion of the population being persons with disabilities, emergent and evolving diversities, additional needs, as well as various forms of neurodivergence. It is to form a catalyst of change in thinking so that all can belong, all can be accommodated, and all can achieve together.' For disability practitioners like Glennis Daniels-Bacchus, who consults on disability support services, is a member of AHEAD, and is originally from Guyana, the issues are deeply personal. She shared, "I am excited to be a part of this conference and to share my professional and personal experience. Disability access must be seen through a continuum lens. We must think about how we prepare individuals for each phase of life—with schools, cultural groups, families, and employers all playing a part.' Ultimately, the conference is focused on sparking more conversation. The organizers seek to influence policy, teaching, and public understanding of the topic. Scheduled for October, the virtual event will bring together educators, researchers, policymakers, and advocates from the U.S., the Caribbean, and other global regions. The goal overall will be to rethink how systems can be built not around barriers, but around access, dignity, and full participation.
Associated Press
16-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Large attendance at Non-fiction book launch for a Global and International author
The event was labeled as the best book launched and had the most attendance ever by the participants. 'Read today and become better tomorrow' — Geary Reid LINDEN HIGHWAY, REGION 4, GUYANA, February 16, 2025 / / -- On a warm Saturday afternoon, many people accepted the invitation and attended the launch of Geary Reid's 100+ nonfiction books. When the 11th Vice Chancellor of the University of Guyana was given the opportunity to speak, she told the audience that 'this is one of the largest book launches she attended within the last 20 to 30 years'. She noted that many book launches will have just a few people in attendance, but she was delighted to see so many people attending Geary Reid's book launch. Many of the attendees might have been interested in knowing about an author who wrote 100 non-fiction books in 62 months. At the launch of the books, Geary Reid provided the audience with some statistics that may seem unbelievable to many of them. He told them that he wrote 7 books in 28 days, and he also informed them that he wrote 44 books in 12 months. 'The event was labeled as the best book launched and had the most attendance ever by the participants.' His work as an author has gained global and international attention. In December 2024, Geary Reid received the Iconic Global Business Leadership Award and the Iconic British Business Award UK 2024 in London, England. Geary Reid is no stranger to high awards from The Global Business and Authors' Award UK; since in previous years, he received many awards, including, in 2022, the Global Author's Award and in 2023, Speaker of the Year, Business Consultant of the Year and Christian Leadership awards. Details about his books are available via his website, Amazon page, Summary of the participants' engagements The event was supported by noble personalities of society and below is a summary of their brief remarks. Rev. Dr. Noel Holder, AA, Senior Lecturer at the University of Guyana and author, highlighted the many challenges an author often experiences in order to produce one book, much more a myriad of books. Dr. Holder said that it is costly to produce a book, so if an author gives you a free book, you must cherish that gift. He also spoke about the lengthy process it takes to produce one book and knows that Geary did an outstanding job producing 104 nonfiction books. Bishop Joseph Inniss, Senior Pastor of World Vision, New Testament Church of God, in Guyana, also made a presentation and mentioned that Rev. Geary Reid is a special gift to the body of Christ. In his presentation about Rev. Geary Reid, he provided brief history about their interactions over the years. Rev. Geary Reid is also a member of the Pastor's council at the same church. Prof. Paloma Mohamed-Martin, 11th Vice Chancellor of the University of Guyana, then shared some insights with the audience. She told the audience that Geary Reid is a man of integrity, based on her previous work experience with him. The audience was further informed about the voice of the author, where she mentioned that when authors no longer live, their writing will speak on their behalf to educate, inform, and inspire others. Mr. Franklin Bobby Vieira, CEO of 104.1 Lite FM radio station in Guyana, said it is sad that a man like Pastor Geary Reid is not celebrated in his own country. He mentioned that Pastor Geary Reid had received many global and international awards, but his native land failed to recognize his outstanding contribution as an author. Mrs. Jane Miller, High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Guyana, provided some brief words about Geary Reid. She mentioned how proud she was of his achievements as an author. She also noted that whenever the two of them connected, Geary Reid would inform her of his new books and encourage her to purchase them. The curtains ended when Ms. Avia Maria Lindie, CEO of Evolve Business Solutions – Guyana, provided the vote of thanks. She also echoed the similar views of the previous speakers. There were two entertainments during the formal event. Mrs. Cindy Bedlow, Poet and Entrepreneur, shared one of her spoken word poems entitled 'Arise my Child.' Minister Cherlyn Maloney, an International Gospel singer, sang one of her popular gospel songs, 'Don't Give Up.' The audience well received her song. Ms. Debra Francis and Ms. Sophia Dolphin moderated the launch. They both kept the audience informed and cheered. As radio broadcasters, they made the book launch a wonderful event. Many invitees took the opportunity to purchase autographed copies of the books and to be photographed with the author as they proudly held their books up. For more information about Geary Reid and his books, please use these contact information: Facebook: ReidnLearn, Email: [email protected], Mobile #: 592-645-2240. 92 645 2240 Other Legal Disclaimer:
