Resources

The D Center:

The D Center at the University of Washington is a student lead space. The D Center strives to create an inclusive, accessible space affirming of all bodies, minds, and identities by fostering a culture of social justice and pride. It does this by sharing resources and tools for self-advocacy and supporting social, cultural and education programming.

Check out the D Center in the basement of Mary Gates 024 or at there website

Disability Advocacy Student Alliance (DASA):

DASA is a student group facilitated for and by students with the goal of addressing the needs and concerns of the disability community at the UW. DASA aims to represent student interest while working with allied student groups, UW administration, and off campus community. Website here

Disability Resource Center (DRS):

DRS is the office where all matriculated students need to apply for academic accommodations for a permanent or temporary disability. They provide academic support services and accommodations such as: priority registration, note taking, class materials in alternate forms, additional time on tests, accessible classroom furniture, room modifications, Sign Language interpreting, and others. Website here

Disability Services Office (DSO):

DSO provides the same academic accommodations as DRS but for non-matriculated students. Website here

Disability Studies:

The Disability Studies program at the UW involves an interdisciplinary group of faculty, staff, students, and community members who share an interest in questions relating to society’s understanding of disability. The undergraduate Disability Studies Minor and Individualized Studies Major in Disability Studies provide opportunities for students to develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in the social, legal, and political framing of disability. Website here

American Sign Language Club (ASL Club):

American Sign Language Club (ASL Club) was created to bring together Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing students alike, to engage in conversation, learn more about Deaf Culture, and have a greater appreciation for the language. Website here

DO-IT Center:

DO-IT promotes the success of individuals with disabilities and use of computer and networking technologies to increase their independence, productivity, and participation in education and careers. DO-IT is compromised of AccesSTEM and AccessComputing. Students with disabilities specializing in STEM can receive assistance with tutors and paid research internships, and can apply for funding to attend student leadership conference through these two programs. Website here

Access Technology Center (ATC):

ATC provides resources to improve access to computing resources for UW students, faculty, and staff. The computers, software, and special equipment in the center and at other locations on UW campus provide: access for blind users via speech output or Braille, screen recognition for people with low vision, alternatives to the standard keyboard and mouse, and more. Website here

Autistic Self Advocacy Network-WA

ASAN Washington is part of a nation organization whose mission is to to empower Autistic residents of our state to have our voices heard in society’s conversations about us. Website here

Alliance of People with disAbilities

National Alliance on Mental Illness – Greater Seattle

Seattle Deaf-Blind Service CenterSeattle Health Education Services and Support Groups