Education and Outreach

Throughout the year, Donka provides advocacy, education and outreach on assistive technology and disability issues via numerous events including community presentations, participation as a vendor or speaker at disability seminars or fairs, and regular tours and demonstrations at the computer lab.

Lab Tours and Education

Donka hosts computer lab tours and assistive technology demonstrations for special education teachers, rehab professionals, employers, and donors. Please call or email us to arrange a convenient date for your group.

Seminars and Workshops

Donka hosts AT training workshops for disability professionals and job placement. Throughout the year, there are 7 accommodation seminars for employers and HR professionals. Please call or email us for a current schedule.

Area Disability Events

Donka regularly participates in area events as an exhibitor to increase awareness of our program and provide outreach service to the community. Look for Donka at VIP Day at the College of DuPage in August and at the DuPage Convalescent Center Fall Festival in September. Please call or email us for more information

Past events include:

  • AbilityLinks Consortium--hosted ADA and the Workplace Seminar
  • Chamber of Commerce, Business After Hours--hosted event jointly with DuPage Convalescent Center
  • Citizens Advocacy Fair--booth
  • College of DuPage Job Fair--booth promoting hiring employees with disabilities accommodation
  • College of DuPage Volunteer Fair
  • DuPage County Teachers Institute Day--hosted teacher sessions on AT and job placement
  • IL Rehabilitators Assoc., Regional Conference--panel seminar on AT
  • IL Educators of the Physically/Health Impaired--workshop for teachers
  • Internet Training Seminar for the Blind & Visually Impaired
  • Midwest ACE Conference--presented panel seminar and had an AT exhibit booth
  • Open House for DuPage Community Leaders
  • Opportunities for the Blind--hosted regional awards ceremony

    • Advocacy Committees- Community Affiliations

    Donka staff serves on important disability committees including:

  • DuPage Para-Transit Committee
  • STEPS-Students in Transition
  • AbilityLinks Consortium
  • Chamber of Commerce Membership--Wheaton and Naperville
  • West Suburban Philanthropic Network

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