October 2021 - Oregon AER

SWEP 2021: Virtually Unstoppable

SWEP 2021: Virtually Unstoppable KC smiles at the camera as he stands before his kitchen work station, laptop beside him with the smiling image of his instructo The Oregon Commission for the Blind’s (OCB) Summer Work Experience Program (SWEP), in its 47th year, is a month-long program for young people aged 16-20 who experience vision […]

“Speak Up at School: How to Respond to Everyday Prejudice, Bias and Stereotypes”

Equity & Inclusion, Uncategorized / Oregon AER

Resource Corner from the Race & Equity Committee “Speak Up at School: How to Respond to Everyday Prejudice, Bias and Stereotypes” A guide book for educators and BVI support staff for addressing racism occurring in the learning environment and using instances of racial injustices as an opportunity to teach and grow. This includes grade appropriate

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