Melissa DiVietri is an international abstract artist, author, and disability advocate delivering powerful lived-experience disability awareness programming for universities, colleges, and educational institutions. Programs combine storytelling, service animal education, practical disability etiquette training, and book-based curriculum tools designed to increase inclusion and student engagement. https://melissadivietri.com/ socials @melissadivietri 

Programs are scalable based on campus size, goals, and audience reach.

Starter Campus Engagement

Best suited for community colleges, smaller universities, or single-department programming.

Includes:
• One keynote presentation or large interactive workshop
• Book signing opportunity
• Student meet & greet
• Optional Q&A session

Investment range: $3,500 – $6,000

Recommended book order: 30 – 50 copies

Mid-Level Campus Initiative

Ideal for campuses seeking broader student engagement and inclusion programming.

Includes:
• Keynote presentation
• Student workshop or interactive session
• Classroom visit or facilitated discussion
• Service animal awareness education session
• Integrated book bundle for participants

Investment range: $7,500 – $12,000

Recommended book order: 60 – 100 copies

Full Disability Awareness Campus Initiative

Designed for institutions planning multi-audience impact and comprehensive inclusion engagement.

Includes:
• Keynote presentation
• Multiple student workshops
• Faculty or staff disability awareness training
• Student leadership or campus organization session
• Service animal experiential education program
• Facilitated book discussion or curriculum integration
• Media and campus visibility opportunities
• Inclusion toolkit and discussion guide

Investment range: $15,000 – $25,000+

Recommended book order: 200 – 500+ copies

Additional Information

Books are available through Ingram distribution or can be purchased directly in bundled inclusion kits that include signed copies, discussion materials, and programming enhancements.

Travel, lodging, and large-scale event customization may be quoted separately depending on location and scope

Inclusion Awareness Campus Programming

Outcomes & Learning Objectives

This initiative is designed to support institutions in strengthening disability awareness, inclusive communication, and student belonging through lived-experience storytelling, experiential learning, and facilitated discussion.

Participants will gain practical understanding and confidence in engaging with disability inclusion across academic, social, and professional environments.

Learning Outcomes

Increase awareness and understanding of disability as a diverse lived experience.

Participants develop a deeper perspective on visible and non-visible disabilities and the role empathy and curiosity play in inclusive communities.

Build confidence in inclusive communication and disability etiquette.

Students, faculty, and staff learn respectful language, interaction approaches, and practical strategies for creating welcoming environments.

Strengthen campus culture of belonging and representation.

Programming supports institutional goals related to student engagement, retention, accessibility awareness, and inclusive campus climate.

Improve understanding of service animal roles and public interaction expectations

Participants gain clarity on appropriate behavior, legal considerations, and how service animals support independence and participation.

Encourage leadership development and allyship.

Students and campus leaders are empowered to advocate for accessibility, reduce stigma, and support peers with disabilities.

Promote emotional intelligence and perspective-taking.

Story-driven engagement fosters reflection, resilience awareness, and human-centered learning experiences.

Support faculty and staff awareness in accommodating diverse learning needs

Sessions provide insight into student experiences navigating accessibility, participation, and academic environments.

Enhance institutional visibility and commitment to inclusion.

Programming creates meaningful opportunities for campuses to demonstrate proactive disability awareness efforts through events, discussions, and media engagement.

Please note that this is a $0 placeholder purchase used to initiate the planning process. The full scope of the initiative, meeting objectives, and program details will be reviewed during a follow-up discussion. Once terms are confirmed, a formal contract and corresponding invoice will be submitted.

Purchase Inclusion Awareness Books Here:

https://shop.melissadivietri.com/collections/books