Konferencja jako metoda wspierająca osiąganie niezależności oraz forma wyrażania oczekiwań przez młodzeż nepełnosprawną intelektualnie

Abstract

The article deals with the problem of including the wishes and expectation of intellectually disabled people in the programs supporting their independence achievement. An observation and analysis of documents was used to present the outcomes of three conferences conducted in the workshops and group homes for youth and adults with intellectual disability. The article concludes that a conference is a useful and efficient form of independence training for youth and adults. It gives also an opportunity to exchange information among professionals, parents, disable people and observers. The author discussed issues regarding the need of educational and rehabilitation process improvement.