Diffusion of the Shared Citizenship Paradigm: Strategies and Next Steps
Ruth Luckasson,
Robert L. Schalock,
Valerie J. Bradley
Abstract:The field of disabilities is being challenged to adopt a paradigm that can be used to guide the transformation of services, supports, and research practices to ensure and enhance the personal autonomy, rights, and community inclusion of people with disabilities. This article describes strategies associated with the systematic diffusion and sustainability of an innovation such as the emerging Shared Citizenship Paradigm (SCP), which has the potential to guide the transformation. The systematic diffusion process… Show more
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