Join us for a historic discussion with some of the trailblazers who shaped the landscape of early hearing detection and intervention (EHDI) in the United States. Dr. Karl White, Dr. Christine Yoshinaga-Itano, Janet DesGeorges, and Dr. Arlene Stredler-Brown will share their firsthand experiences with the development of universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS) and EHDI systems – the challenges, successes, and major impact it has had on outcomes for children who are deaf and hard of hearing. Discover the role of various stakeholders and their combined advocacy efforts that led to the establishment of these vital programs. Gain insights into the journey from initial vision to nationwide implementation and be inspired to drive change in your own community.
By the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Identify the key stakeholders and components of an effective EHDI system.
- Reflect on the current EHDI systems in their communities, and identify what is working and what can be improved.
- Identify stakeholder and strategic partners to collaborate with and who can advocate for establishing or strengthening EHDI systems.
