Human Development Center

Building Capacity, Inspiring Change

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Louisiana's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)

The Human Development Center (HDC) at LSU Health New Orleans provides leadership and innovation in interdisciplinary education, community service, research, and information dissemination to strengthen and increase the capacity of local communities to support and include individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in all aspects of community life. 

 

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The Human Development Center building on Tulane Ave.

 

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Early Childhood Initiatives

For educators and families.

 

 

Education and Transition Initiatives

For self-advocates, families, educators, and employment support professionals.

 

Community Health Initiatives

For everyone.

 

Interdisciplinary Programs

For self-advocates, professionals, graduate students, and families.

 

 

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Celebrating Dr. Philip Wilson's Retirement

After more than 26 years of leadership, service, and unwavering commitment to people with disabilities and their families, Human Development Center (HDC) Director Philip Wilson, Ph.D. has officially retired on March 1, 2026.

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Ali Kowitz, M. Ed. Named HDC Interim Director

The Human Development Center (HDC) is proud to announce Ali Kowitz, M.Ed. as Interim Director, a familiar and trusted leader within the HDC community. Since joining HDC in 2021 through the LASARD Project, Ali has been a dedicated part of the center’s work, building strong relationships and contributing to its mission of building capacity and inspiring change.

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HDC's Shining Star: Asia Edwards

"Asia has been a rockstar when it comes to family support and enrollment at EHS. She consistently meets families where they are and connects them with meaningful supports that truly meet their needs. I am always impressed by Asia’s thoughtful ideas for creating stronger systems for both family support and administrative processes within the program. Asia has been a leader in the enrollment process since she started. In my five years at HDC, this is the earliest and most prepared I’ve seen EHS for 2026–2027 enrollment! Asia means business, and she is an absolute pleasure to work with."

- Jolie Robichaux, Outreach Coordinator

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PROJECT NEWS

 

Early Childhood News
LASARD News
Louisiana DeafBlind Project News

 

 

 

 

Contact

Human Development Center
411 S Prieur St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-556-7500

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Developmental Disabilities Network Partners

The Human Development Center partners with the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council and Disability Rights Louisiana to create the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities (DD) Network.

Accessibility Commitment

The Human Development Center strives to provide information in the most accessible formats possible. If information is needed in an accessible form (e.g., large print, Braille, video transcript), please complete this request form or contact us at HDCInfo@lsuhsc.edu.