Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

       The Education Department removed disparate-impact provisions from its Title VI regulations this summer. Disparate impact refers to policies that appear neutral but disproportionately affect people based on race, even without evidence of intentional discrimination, according to the Institute of Education Sciences.

       For Edward L. Parks Jr., professionally known as EPiK, creativity has long been a way to connect with people. Through music, graphic design and memorial programs, he has helped others celebrate milestones, honor loved ones and tell their stories. Now, the Fort Lauderdale entrepreneur is sharing his own in What Disability? An EPiK Story. Book Signing: Meet the Author.