JMU Aims to Empower People with Disabilities in Rural Communities Through VBPD Grant

Contact Information

Empowerment3

Contact Details

overcomingbarriers@jmu.edu

Description

The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD) has awarded the Department of Kinesiology a $275,000 grant to assist rural communities in leveraging resources and accessing new opportunities to transform the physical and emotional health of individuals with disabilities and their families.

Web Presence

https://www.jmu.edu/news/chbs/2022/01-19-vpdb-grant.shtml

Scope

JMU Campus Scope, Harrisonburg/Local/VA

Date

January 2022

Existing Center/Institute/Program

yes

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement

Format

Award

On/Off campus

Off campus