Goal 1

Conduct field-based research focused on identifying solutions for enhancing access for people with disabilities.

• Develop protocol and begin pilot testing for longitudinal research study on accessibility of playground surfaces.
• Develop protocol for longitudinal research study on accessible trail surfaces.
• Partner with the National Alliance for Accessible Golf to conduct research on policy issues, features and usability of single rider golf cars.

Goal 2

Conduct training and education programs increasing awareness and knowledge of accessibility and inclusion of people with disabilities.

• Universal Approach to Interpretive Programs, December 8-12, 2003
• ADA Coordinator 101, Bloomington, July 2004
• Retrofitting for Accessibility – Yellowstone National Park, October 2004
• Begin implementation of a series of web-based training programs

Goal 3

Provide technical assistance and consultation on current trends and successful methodologies for optimizing accessibility and including people with disabilities.

• Continue development of monograph series and best practices, "Making the Grade".
• Provide resources and technical assistance matericals through www.ncaonline.org.
• Conduct second phase of accessibility assessment for Yosemite National Park

Goal 4

Provide outreach to land management agencies, professional organizations and other groups.

• Participate in NPS and DOI Accessibility Committes.
• Conduct sessions and exhibit at the National Association of Interpreters Conference, National Institute on Recreation and Inclusion, National Recreation and Park Association Conference, and the NPS-DOI Facilities and Asset Management Conference.

Goal 5

Expand NCA funding base for the continued development and expansion of services through collaborative partnerships.

• Conduct 5-year strategic planning and develop balanced scorecard.
• Carry out goals and objectives of collaborative partnership with the University of Illinois at Chicago for the National Center for Physical Activity and Disability.

Goal 6

Support the vision and mission of Indiana University through teaching and technical assistance

• Present guest lectures for university classes.
• Collaborate with the School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, the Department of Recreation and Park Administration, and other university institutes, units and centers.

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