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DO-IT Affiliate Application

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Are you interested in promoting the inclusion of students in challenging academic programs and careers?

If so, join DO-IT as an Affiliate!

We are recruiting individuals and organizations to join our efforts as DO-IT Affiliates. DO-IT Affiliates engage in DO-IT projects in a variety of ways, including participation in college transition fairs, field trips, and career fairs; coordinating a special event or internship opportunity for students with disabilities; joining a DO-IT community of practice; or engaging with students with disabilities online as a mentor.

DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology), at the University of Washington, brings together successful practices and builds on established collaborations with K-12 and postsecondary faculty and staff, industry professionals, and other disability practitioners, to increase the success of individuals with disabilities in education and their transition to careers.

DO-IT serves to increase the successful participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers, such as those in science, engineering, mathematics, and technology. Primary funding for DO-IT is provided by the National Science Foundation, the State of Washington, and the U.S. Department of Education.

DO-IT Affiliates gain:

  • Staff training to increase disability awareness and share strategies for including students with disabilities.
  • Information and consultation about making webpages, facilities, and labs accessible.
  • Free handouts and videos for training sessions.
  • Free images of students with disabilities engaging in academic studies and employment for online and print publications.
  • Assistance with publications, curriculum, and program activities to ensure the full inclusion of students with disabilities.
  • Participation of students with disabilities in your programs.

Affiliates contribute to DO-IT efforts by:

  • Recruiting students to attend DO-IT activities including college transition fairs, field trips, and career fairs.
  • Including images of students with disabilities in your program promotional materials and recruitment efforts.
  • Maximizing the inclusion of students with disabilities in your curriculum and program activities.
  • Identifying or coordinating a special event or internship opportunity with DO-IT.
  • Directing activities with some funding from DO-IT.
  • Joining a DO-IT mentoring team to support students with disabilities or recruiting a colleague to be a mentor.
  • Joining a community of practice to improve professional practices relative to the inclusion of people with disabilities.

How to become an Affiliate

Complete the Affiliate application below. Submit the application to DO-IT via postal mail or fax. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

DO-IT Affiliate Application

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Describe the population your program serves.




Describe the types of activities in your program.




List DO-IT projects, resources, or services that would benefit your program.




List other organizations/individuals you recommend as DO-IT Affiliates.




Describe your planned contributions to DO-IT.

If you have any questions about the Affiliate program or this application, contact DO-IT at:

206-685-DOIT (3648) — voice/TTY
888-972-DOIT (3648) — toll free voice/TTY,
206-221-4171 — FAX
doit@u.washington.edu