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Panel Session

Disability Issues

Navigating Doctoral Education: Strategies for First-Generation Minority Scholars with Disabilities

This panel discussion aims to shed light on the unique challenges and triumphs faced by first generation PhD students with disabilities from a minority population. The session will explore their experiences, offer insights, and advocate for greater support and inclusivity in academia for underrepresented scholars.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
  1. Gain a deeper understanding of the specific challenges faced by first generation PhD students with disabilities from minority populations in the field of social work
  2. Attain insights and strategies to support and mentor first year minority PhD students in social work.
  3. Develop actionable steps to promote inclusivity and create supportive environments for underrepresented scholars in academia (Howard, 2017)