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A non-profit corporation founded in March of 2003 ... to create awareness and expand the public's knowledge of universal design. Ud to date news, training opportunities and publications.

Development, evaluation, and utilization of assistive technology; and, design and development of accessible environments. CATEA is a unit of the College of Architecture at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta.

An international effort to make all new homes Visitable! This is the place to go to understand visitability - the few and minor requirements to make a home a place that a person using a wheelchair can get it, move about an accessible floor and use the bathroom.

A public website by the Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access (CATEA) Georgia Institute of Technology (GT) College of Architecture (COA) that provides access to information on AT devices and services as well as other community resources for people with disabilities and the general public.

"The Universal Design Alliance Inc. (UDA) is a non-profit corporation founded in March 2003. Our mission is to create awareness and expand the public’s knowledge of universal design,which is design for all ages, sizes, and abilities.

 Our membership has made numerous presentations to conferences, organizations, and individual groups to promote Universal Design. We also have developed 5 CEU courses to become qualified providers for ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) and AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association).

Goals of Universal Design Alliance

1. Become a resource for universal design knowledge.

2. Promote the Easy Livingcm Home concept.

3. Promote universal design features to both design/build industry members and consumers.

4. Promote universal design through educational programs and seminars.

5. Partner with other design/build entities to design, build, furnish, staff, and promote a universal design show house.

6. Develop membership and participation."

An international effort to make all new homes Visitable! This is the place to go to understand visitability - the few and minor requirements to make a home a place that a person using a wheelchair can get it, move about an accessible floor and use the bathroom.