Human Development Center

Building Capacity, Inspiring Change

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Louisiana's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)

The Human Development Center (HDC) at LSU Health New Orleans provides leadership and innovation in interdisciplinary education, community service, research, and information dissemination to strengthen and increase the capacity of local communities to support and include individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in all aspects of community life. 

 

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The Human Development Center building on Tulane Ave.

 

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The Human Development Center serves as a resource to people with disabilities, families, service providers, educators, and policy-makers.
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DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE: Creating Accessible Digital Materials for Healthcare & Education

A LSUHNO workshop for faculty and staff sharing essential practices to help you design flyers, documents, and teaching materials that work for everyone.

Two sessions are available:

Tuesday, July 15 from 10:00-11:30 am
AH/SON Building Rm 138

Or,

Thursday July 24 from 1:30-3:00 pm
HDC Building Rm 231

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5th Annual Usher Syndrome in Louisiana Symposium

Symposium: Friday, September 19, 2025
Ush One See Run/Walk: Saturday, September 20, 2025

Learn more about research in to treatments for those with Usher syndrome and speak with the researchers and clinicians about managing vision loss. Then join Team Usher to run, walk, or cheer on our community.

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HDC's Shining Star: Constance Alphonse

“Constance is an exceptional colleague whose dedication and reliability make her an invaluable part of the team. She consistently steps up to tackle complex and long-term projects with enthusiasm and determination. Her willingness to support her peers demonstrates her collaborative spirit and unwavering commitment to team success. You can always count on Constance to bring both expertise and kindness to everything she does.”

- Ali Kowitz, Education, Transition, and Community Initiative Interim Director

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