Fabricio E. Balcazar

Fabricio E. Balcazar, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Disability and Human Development at the University of Illinois at Chicago. His work focuses on enhancing consumer empowerment and personal effectiveness for individuals with disabilities, particularly emphasizing culturally competent service provision for minority populations.

• Director, Center on Capacity Building for Minorities with Disabilities Research
• Specializes in community psychology and disability studies
• Co-editor of "Race, culture and disability: Issues in Rehabilitation Research and Practice"

Dr. Balcazar's research bridges developmental psychology with community-based interventions, addressing systemic barriers faced by marginalized groups. His contributions include over 90 peer-reviewed publications and leadership in advancing cultural competence in rehabilitation frameworks.

Scientific Recognition:

• APA Fellow status
• Presidential leadership in Division 27 (Society for Community Research and Action)