Community Outreach and Education

LVCIL strives to educate others on the assets of persons with disabilities. This includes going out into the community for speaking engagements, presentations, and informative sessions at organizations and events throughout the Lehigh Valley.

At any given moment you may find one of our staff members attending an event, hosting a seminar, or making a presentation at any location throughout the Lehigh Valley. You may have seen us at Coca-Cola Park, or at LCCC, or at a community expo, or out in the community... That's because we're everywhere and we're committed to educate others on the independent living philosophy and to promote disability awareness!

If you'd like LVCIL to present at your organization, conduct a seminar, or lead a discussion, please call Greg Bott at 610-770-9781 ext. 120 or email gregbott@lvcil.org. In the past we've presented on everything from our services and programs to Deaf History and self-advocacy. We are extremely flexible and willing to lead any discussion!

In addition to our general community outreach presentations, we also offer these programs:

Common Playgrounds is a disability sensitivity education program for elementary and middle school youth. The program is set-up as a game show entitled "What Do YOU Know About People With Disabilities!" and includes various interactive segments designed to get the students involved and engaged with people with disabilities. Segments include "Meal or No Meal," "The Dating Game," and our version of "Idol." The program is fun and informative. Plus, prizes are awarded to participating students!

Common Playgrounds is available for school assemblies, after-school programs, and summer youth programs. The program is designed to be flexible and can be adapted to fit any time constraints. We also offer a poster contest as a part of the program (optional). Please visit the Common Playgrounds page for more information.

LVCIL Freewheelers is an athletic organization supporting athletes with disabilities. The Freewheelers go out into the community for events include basketball, bowling, and tennis just a few. For more information, please visit the LVCIL Freewheelers page.