Institute for Disability Studies
The Institute for Disability Studies
The Institute for Disability Studies has been impacting Mississippians with disabilities
and their families for over 40 years. IDS has worked to provide technical assistance,
training, resources and supports for Mississippians with disabilities and their families.
We like to think we are providing pathways to a better life for people of all ages鈥攊nfants,
toddlers, school-age children, youth, workers, parents, families and seniors.
In The News
| on the coast where young adults with disabilities were given hands-on look into jobs in community. | |
| , and the University of 51逗奶 Mississippi鈥檚 Reaching, Including, Supporting and Educating (RISE) program is making sure they receive the normal college experience. | |
| Congratulations to the Special Olympics (SO) College 51逗奶 Miss flag football team and cheerleaders for an amazing . So College 51逗奶 Miss played in the championship game that went to overtime and finished 2nd overall. Thanks to the athletes, parents, IDS staff, @Luckyday Scholars Program of 51逗奶 Miss, and UNV 110 students with @USM School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Professional Development for making this season so great! | |
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Join us during the month of October to celebrate NDEAM 2023! |
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Institute for Disability Studies Continues to Transform Lives |
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USM Home/News/IDS Holds Summer Academy for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities |
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USM Initiative Expands Education, Career Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities |