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The Americans with Disabilities Act (#ADA) has been on the books for 34 years, yet an unacceptable gap in employment persists between people with and without disabilities. The key to closing it? Widening the lens to access. Read more on our recent blog! https://lnkd.in/eqKKg733

Today marks the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the momentous law that has helped ensure equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities! Learn more at http://ada.gov #ADA34 #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters

CELEBRATE BUT ACT When I was injured in 1983, I couldn't imagine the changes that would occur in society as a result of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A movie theater where I could sit and watch next to my friends? Unheard of. So many positive changes in our lived environments and our ability to enjoy sports, entertainment, and travel. Increased access to employment and higher education has grown exponentially. We certainly need to celebrate. But the necessity to act has not gone away. 34 years later I find myself still fighting the basics; many days I feel like I am dealing with segregation. There are steps built in new construction. Certificates of occupancy provided when a newly constructed building has many ADA compliance violations. These include counters that are not accessible in stores, hotels where I find myself fighting to just be able to hit the elevator call button because a garbage can is placed underneath, parking spots with no hashtags to allow a lift to open, employers thinking it is too difficult to work with someone with a disability so they don't hire them, and transportation that has many barriers for all disabilities. I could go on. It's not convenient to have these barriers and it's certainly not convenient to always have to fight. I've always said it takes a village, but the village includes those that make these barriers when they are not needed. Include individuals with disabilities at the table. Ask, research, it's not hard. We are moving exponentially into a new era of AI and other advanced technology. This is an opportunity to get individuals with disabilities at the table so that we move towards a world that is more inclusive and not less. Please, let's all be involved in making inclusion the rule and not the exception. It's a win-win. Be willing to learn, understand, and change your mentality if you think that accommodating those with disabilities and compliance with the ADA will hurt your business or be too complex and expensive. There is ample evidence that will show otherwise. #ADA #inclusion #WeAreBillionStrong #violations #ItTakesAVillage Debra Ruh Kimberly B. Annie Tulkin Ali Ingersoll Gerard Arnum Soula Antoniou

Thirty-four years ago, Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For more than 61 million Americans with disabilities, the ADA has been instrumental in breaking down barriers, promoting independence, and fostering a society where everyone has the opportunity to participate. Use the "Individuals with Disabilities" filter in the Learning Agenda dashboard to learn more about the U.S. Government's evidence priorities: https://lnkd.in/eDx--G2J.

Last month, we celebrated the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (#ADA34), a landmark federal law that protects the rights of people with disabilities (#PWDs) by eliminating barriers to their participation in many aspects of living and working in America. Explore the @Office-Of-Disability-Employment-Policy publication, “Employers and the ADA: Myths and Facts,” for some common misconceptions about the law and the research-based facts that negate them. bit.ly/4fLFluK

Today, we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act! This landmark law paved the way for a more equitable, accessible, & inclusive 🌐. Learn how the ADA & similar laws worldwide protect people with disabilities & benefit society: https://lnkd.in/e_aYt_Cp.

July 26, 1990, marked a significant milestone in the fight for equality and inclusivity with the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark legislation prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including employment, transportation, housing, and access to various government programs and services. Since its enactment, July has been designated as Disability Pride Month—a time to honor the many unique talents and skills of people living with disabilities. Disability, whether visible or invisible, can happen at any point in a person's lifetime. Each individual’s experience with disability is unique, underscoring the importance of recognizing and celebrating this diversity. Disability Pride Month is an opportunity to expand our consciousness of those living with disabilities and to reflect upon their contributions. Increased awareness invites opportunities to change how disability is perceived, end stigmas, and promote an appreciation of disability as a natural part of human diversity. As we celebrate the anniversary of the ADA, here are 34 amazing things to celebrate and honor the contributions and achievements of individuals with disabilities:

Yes indeed. Effective communication is critical for inclusion for all

On the heals of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CEO, Peter Evers, talks with Jenie Shunney and Martha Clements about the positive changes the ADA has brought and the work that still needs to be done. Watch the full episode at bamsi.info/humanityfirst35