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The report is finally out and includes the following: Include additional investments in the president’s budget focused on CIE outcomes for Native Americans and Alaska Natives with I/DD living in or near Indian Country and Alaska Native Villages. HHS, through the Indian Health Service and in coordination with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, should conduct a needs assessment of tribal nations related to unmet needs among individuals with I/DD living in or near Indian country and Alaska Native villages. The data and information collected because of this assessment can be shared with tribal nations and used to develop future laws, policies, and procedures to address those unmet needs. The PCPID recommends proposing in the President’s Budget funding for a cross-systems federal demonstration grant for up to 20 tribes ($2 million per year for five years) to pilot the creation and establishment of protection and advocacy offices to advance disability rights. The purpose of the funding is to seed the creation of HCBS for individuals with I/DD and other disabilities for communities that have limited access to them. The offices should also focus on promoting inclusive education, school-to-work transition programs within the tribal government, workplace development to better accommodate I/DD, including workplace advocates to help programs understand and accommodate employees with disabilities, in-home services and assistance, purchasing of accommodation devices (speech technology, hearing assistance, mobility devices, etc.), etc. An emphasis on self-determination programs and strategies that are informed and co-created with self-advocates works best.

Today marks the 34th Anniversary of the Americas with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). The ADA, signed into law on July 26, 1990, was a landmark piece of legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion, but people in the disability community still experience discrimination, social stigma, and marginalization. Lifeworks recognizes the important role the ADA continues to play in ensuring greater access and opportunities for people with disabilities – but we know there is still more work to be done. That is why Lifeworks is committed to partnering with people with disabilities so that we can continue to identify barriers, address challenges, and build inclusive communities and workplaces. #LifeworksMN #ADA34 #ADAAnniversary #DisabilityInclusion

We seldom categorise persons with intellectual disabilities as persons with disabilities. We should, and also advocate for them as well. And together, we continue breaking barriers and stereotypes!!! #DAI #disabilityawareness #disabilityinclusion

34 years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law, making it a significant step forward in the fight for disability rights. Let’s reflect on the progress made and the work still to be done to achieve true accessibility and inclusion. 💙 What are you grateful for today that is made possible by the ADA? Comment below, we want to know! #Inclusion #Accessibility #TeamCSD #DEI #EquitableCommunication #ADA #AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct [Image Description: There is a white square centered with text inside that reads: "Happy Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act! Together we can create an inclusive future." Below the text are outline drawings of the letters A, D, and A in American Sign Language. The text letters are faded behind them. There are stars in blue and gray around the text. Outside of the white square is a light blue background with the CSD logo centered on top.

"The observance of the Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life." #internationaldayofpersonswithdisabilities #raiseawareness #occupationaljustice #disability #humanrights #inclusion #inclusivesociety #inclusionmatters #universaldesign

Day 25: The Role of Community and Society Communities play a crucial role in supporting or hindering inclusion. Reflect on how community attitudes and structures impact the rights of people with disabilities. #CommunityInclusion #SocietalImpact

Wants to know more on thetopic of Employment and disability in the European Union? You can refer to the "Strategy for the rights of persons with disabilities 2021-2030".👉Learn more https://lnkd.in/eczB3Xft

Reaching out to people with disabilities to understand issues about people with disabilities supports the mantra, "nothing about us without us". So, thank you NPR for your intentional inclusion in the creation of this article. As such, I would like to see as many in the community, who are comfortable doing so, to participate. #storytelling #NAUWU #disabilitypride #disabilityawareness https://lnkd.in/gzgbi2G4

34 years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. As we reflect on the progress we have made since the passage of the ADA, it is equally important to acknowledge that there are still systemic barriers that prevent the full realization of the promises in this legislation. For instance, many employers still have biases against hiring people with disabilities. This shows that we need to do more to create a society that’s more accessible and universal to everyone, including those with disabilities. #ADA34 #ThanksToADA #DisabilityInclusion #Diversity #Accessibility #Equity #DEIA #Disability #Neurodiversity

Accessible transportation for Chicago residents with disabilities made the front page of today’s Chicago Sun-Times. Even though we just celebrated the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, elevators won’t be added to some CTA stations until 2038. Funding appears to be the biggest challenge, as it will reportedly cost nearly $5 billion to make all CTA stations fully accessible. But, like other advocates, we strongly believe that accessibility should be more of a priority for the city of Chicago. We hope that more progress will be made sooner rather than later. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5Je4USs Photo courtesy of the Chicago Sun-Times. #peoplewithdisabilities #nothingaboutuswithoutus #inclusionmatters #disabilityrights #accessibletransportation #accessibility #makeprogress