One of the pillars of the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston is employment, and ExploreVR is a hub for this work. ExploreVR focuses on supporting public vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. ExploreVR offers VR agencies easy and convenient access to a range of VR research, related data, and tools for planning, evaluation, and decision-making.
Explore VR is engaged in multiple initiatives on work-based learning and progressive employment. Current work is focused on:
- Progressive Employment: Learn about the Progressive Employment Model and current knowledge.
- Apprenticeships: Access the Apprenticeship toolkit and information about the Rural Youth Apprenticeship Development Project.
- Career Pathways: Visit the Career Pathways toolkit and learn about VR models in Nebraska and Virginia.
- Employer Engagement: Explore courses and trainings offered by the Program on Innovative Rehabilitation Training on Employer Engagement.
Visit the ExploreVR website for dozens of resources, including publications, recorded webinars, toolkits, and more.