2021 UH NDEAM Webinar Series

List of 2021 UH NDEAM Webinars

The ADA Interactive Process: Return-to-Work Considerations (for Supervisors, Managers, and HR Professionals focused)

Presenter:

  • Tracie DeFreitas, Principal Consultant, Job Accommodation Network (JAN) (Bio)

Brief description: A practical, solution-oriented approach to providing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant job accommodations for workers with disabilities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic can simplify return-to-work efforts. The pandemic has required employers to embrace a new perspective on where, when, and how the work is performed and to adopt flexible policies and practices to meet business objectives. Determining who qualifies for ADA accommodations, defining essential job duties, and deciding whether accommodations are reasonable can be complex. This training will emphasize the benefits of applying ADA 101 tactics while engaging in the interactive accommodation process and will include practical strategies for addressing evolving workforce needs related to returning to work and resuming business operations during the pandemic.

  • Wednesday, October 6, 2021, from 9 am to 11 am
  • Click here to view part 1 of the recording
  • Click here to view part 2 of the recording

Panel Discussion – Myth Busters: Facts to Seeking an ADA Accommodation 

Presenters:

  • Shannon Lau, Associate General Counsel, University Legal Affairs,
  • Nicole Ogawa, Interim Associate Director, System Office of Human Resources, &
  • Jennifer Stotter, EEO/AA Director for UH Hilo.

Brief description: Experts from our UH community address myths and facts in seeking reasonable accommodations and talk about the core concepts contained in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) including the eligibility, and employees’ rights as well as employer’s rights. This panel discussion also addresses common questions regarding the interactive process, leaves options, and other useful resources.

  • Tuesday, October 12, 2021, from 9 am to 11 am
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Accessible Document Basics Workshop (for Faculty and Staff)

Presenter:

  • Tom Conway, Instruction and Training Director, Center on Disability Studies

Learning Objective: Participants will learn how to make a word processing document file accessible for distribution through a website or public distribution based on the January 2018 Section 508 update with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level A & AA.

  • Session 1: Friday, October 15, 2021, from 9 am to 11 am
  • Session 2: Friday, October 29, 2021, from 9 am to 11 am
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Note: Sessions 1 and 2 are identical so only one recorded session is available to view. 

Inclusive Design – Creating a Better Environment for Everyone

Presenter:

  • Cathi Ho Schar, Assistant Professor, UHM School of Architecture &
  • Chad Walton, UHM Interim Assistant Vice Provost for Research

Brief description: This session will introduce the idea of inclusive design and an overarching lens of equity and diversity to create environments that are not only accessible for individuals with disabilities but inclusive for everyone.

  • Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 1 pm to 3 pm
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Panel Discussion – Providing Students Accommodations (for Faculty and Staff)

Presenters:

  • Vanessa Ito, Director, UHM KOKUA Program,
  • Wayne Sunahara, Interim Dean of Communications and Services Program (Technology II), Honolulu Community College, &
  • Teresa Bill, Program Coordinator, UHM Bridge to Hope & Student Parents At Manoa (SP@M).

Brief description: Panelists from our UH community will address students’ accommodation eligibility, how to identify the needs, responsibilities of faculty and staff, and common questions staff and faculty might have regarding providing accommodations for students and types of accommodations. This session also addresses pregnancy accommodation in relation to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), and Title IX.

  • Friday, October 22, 2021, 9 am to 11 am
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Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals on Campus

Presenters:

  • Vanessa Ito, Director, UHM KOKUA Program;
  • Leslie Chinn, HR Compliance Officer, &
  • Vanesa Vizuete, Director of Training, Assistance Dogs Northwest & Assistance Dogs of Hawaii

Brief description: This session will be an overview of the UH Executive Policy EP1. 207 on Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals, including definitions, responsibilities of individuals with service or emotional support animals, basic principles and requirements of animals in housing, employment, and buildings.

  • Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 1 pm to 3 pm
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Useful Resources for Digital Accessibility Compliance

Presenters:

  • Mitchell Ochi, Director, Client Service, and Operations Center
  • Ryan McCalla, IT Support Specialist
  • Keith Roberts, IT Support Specialist

Brief description: This session will be an overview of useful resources to help UH faculty and staff comply with digital accessibility requirements, including WCAG 2.0 guidelines, and ensure the accessibility of various digital content.

  • Thursday, October 28, 2021, 9 am to 11 am
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