Temple University Institute on Disabilities

Working alongside Pennsylvania's people with disabilities and their families to promote self-determined lives since 1974.

What's going on at the Institute

Pennsylvania Technology Summit registration is open!

Explore. Discover. Connect. Learn. A day of discovery and innovation around technology for independence, accessibility, virtual, and remote solutions.

March 6 in Philadelphia. March 13 in Pittsburgh.

For people with disabilities and their families, students, Direct Support Providers and professionals, organizations, policymakers, advocates, and anyone interested in technological supports for people with disabilities.

Summit information and registration

FRIL Resource Toolkit

Providing a wide range of resources and guidance, a toolkit that parents of school-aged children with disabilities can use in everyday life and throughout their child’s lifespan

FRIL Resource Toolkit

About 30 diverse L&CS students enjoying a pizza party

Leadership & Career Studies now accepting applications for 2025

Leadership & Career Studies (L&CS) is a four-year college experience for 18-26 year-olds with intellectual disability or intellectual disability and autism. You'll take college courses, develop a college and career learning plan, participate in social and extracurricular activities, and prepare to live a self-determined life, all with the support of peer mentors who are current Temple students.

Apply for L&CS 2025