Workshops
Our new workshops are an education project funded by private donations and a generous grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. These Quality of Life grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations that address the needs of people living with paralysis caused by spinal cord and other injuries, diseases and birth conditions. To see more about their wonderful programs visit the Reeve Foundation at http://www.christopherreeve.org
Universal Design –
Advocating for Accessible Residential Building Codes
Workshop Summary - Architect, Laura Montllor, AIA will explain the principals of Universal Design and teach how to advocate for changes in legislation at the local level. The Powerpoint presentation will include many examples and pictures, of accessible home renovation projects such as; no-step entries, accessible kitchens and safe bathrooms. Participants will learn the history of the Universal Design movement, compare examples of current accessible building codes regulations, and examine coming trends. This workshop will include case studies of example Zoning and Building Codes from around the country.
Program can be adapted to audience type and special interests.
Project Concept– Advocate for Change in Building Codes
This educational project was inspired a few local governments that have passed legislation that adds Universal Design requirements to their residential Zoning and Building Codes. Starting with local municipalities in Georgia and Arizona, this is a growing national trend. More than 20 new pieces of legislation have been passed in New York State in the last few years. This as an excellent opportunity to empower people, promote community involvement and encourage more people to influence their local municipalities to act.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
- September 28th at the Suffolk Independent Living Organization ( SILO) in Coram, NY – call for details.
- November 6th at Port Washington Library. Port Washington, NY 2pm.