A hybrid professional development experience for disability resource professionals seeking expertise in medical education.

DRP DAYS

September 6th 2023

October 19th 2023 * BONUS DAY click to register.

December 7th 2023

March 6th 2023

4-5 pm EST

REGSITER FOR DRP DAYS

DRP DAYS are an opportunity for DRP's in Medical Education to meet and discuss challenges and solutions to their work.

Led by facilitators from the DRP Academy, this quarterly one-hour meeting promises to be an exciting opportunity for DRP's working in MedEd to connect and support one another and create community.

We look forward to meeting you!

Lisa Meeks

Executive Director, DWDI

Building Capacity
Supporting Diversity.

Academy participants will engage with a diverse group of Disability Resource Professionals (DRPs) through a hybrid learning experience that includes one year of mentorship, led by experienced instructors.

The Academy curriculum builds knowledge in critical areas such as legal issues, clinical accommodations, supporting requests for accommodations on licensure examinations, and assistive technology.

Key Highlights

Access to medical and health science school DRPs from across the country
Protected time for Academy work
Mentorship by Academy instructors

"Receiving this knowledge and establishing connections during the DRP academy was such a lifechanging, genuine experience."

Jacque Knedler, MS

DRP Class of 2023

Jacque Knedler, pictured wearing a black business coat and pink blouse. She has a bright smile and is wearing brown glasses. She has straight long brown hair.

Eligibility Criteria

Each year the academy selects applicants who are DRPs that work with medical students. The Academy strives to invite participants representing diversity in institution type, degree program, disability resource experience and personal characteristics.

2-5 years of general DRP experience

1 Year experience working as a DRP with medicine or health science programs

Endorsement from manager/institutional leadership

Participate in all remote pre-meetings

Commitment to participate in all online meetings and attend onsite Academy in Los Angeles, CA

DRP Academy Leadership

The DRP Academy leadership and instructor team is comprised of professionals with diverse experiences and skills. DRP Academy leaders and instructors have significant experience as DRPs serving students with disabilities in health science education programs, have served in leadership positions in national organizations, conducted research, and developed resources and publications promoting disability inclusion and accessibility in health science education.