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<h2><b>Research Participation Request: Improving Inclusion by Addressing
Gaps in Measuring Disability in Transportation Data
Systems</b></h2> <br><br>
The below research participant solicitation is being provided for
informational purposes only. The National Federation of the Blind has no
involvement in this research, but we believe that it may contribute to
our research mission.<br><br>
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<h2><b>Research Title: Improving Inclusion by Addressing Gaps in
Measuring Disability in Transportation Data
Systems</b></h2> <br><br>
University of Illinois, Chicago - Transit Cooperative Research
Program<br><br>
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<h2><b>Purpose of the Study</b></h2>We are conducting a research project
to learn about travel surveys and questions asked of people with
disabilities. Your input will be invaluable in shaping our
understanding. <br><br>
The findings from the survey will be used to develop a guidebook that
will support transit professionals in better understanding travel
barriers faced by people with disabilities. Here is more information -
<a href="https://rip.trb.org/View/2307262">
https://rip.trb.org/View/2307262</a> <br><br>
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Role of the Participants and Anticipated Length of the Study </b></h2>A
one time survey that will take approximately 20 - 25minutes. Those who
take the survey will also be eligible for a focus group that will be 90
minutes.<br><br>
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Proposed Participant Compensation</b></h2>Yes, those who complete the
study will be entered into a lottery to receive a target gift card of $20
with a 1 in 10 chance of winning.<br><br>
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Link or Instructions for Participants to Enter the Study
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<a href="https://uic.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1RAMnrHqe1BAMSy">
https://uic.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1RAMnrHqe1BAMSy</a> <br><br>
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Contact the following individual with any questions </b></h2>Kevin
Waitkuweit<br><br>
312.413.9410<br><br>
kwaitk2@uic.edu<br><br>
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