July 26 is National Disability Independence Day, which commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law in 1990. The ADA has profoundly impacted the lives of many by breaking down barriers and ensuring access that was once out of reach. While we’ve made significant progress, our journey toward full disability inclusion continues. Recently, the Boulay team enjoyed a powerful presentation from Brittanie Hernandez-Wilson, Director of Equity and Justice at The Arc Minnesota who discussed ways to reframe our language to be more inclusive of the disability community. We’re grateful for the insights and resources she provided to support our continued growth!
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In 2023, Disability Rights California achieved some significant victories in the courts and in the Legislature as we continue to prioritize disabled people from the most marginalized communities and their families. Among our victories, DRC staff responded to 21,187 requests for assistance, conducted 1,435 outreach events and trainings, analyzed 816 bills directly impacting persons with disabilities, and took positions on 156 bills. Learn more about the work Disability Rights California accomplished in 2023, here: https://lnkd.in/g4KEmNB3
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"To be sure, some progress has been made, but the fight for disability rights is ongoing. Issues of disability rights in the past still leave an impact on the present." This #DisabilityPrideMonth, we honor the progress made by the early advocates, the changemakers who fought for disability rights to bring us the laws and policies we have today. Check out this informative history of disability rights by Allan I. Bergman, "Bending the Long Arc of Disability History," published in Impact: Disability Rights, Disability Justice from the University of Minnesota: https://bit.ly/4cGfJ0b
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Director, Supplier Diversity & Sustainability at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Honored to have played a part through our supplier diversity efforts and, more broadly, proud of the collaborative approach we have taken at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island with our #CSR team led by Carolyn Belisle and her team to intentionally leverage this work! Thank you Disability:IN for recognizing this work! Disability-Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE’s) Employ People with Disabilities at a rate 10x of non-DOBEs 1 in 4: Adults in the United States lives with a disability. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) 32.5 M: Number of estimated small businesses in the United States. (U.S. Small Business Administration ) 2x: People with disabilities are twice as likely to be self-employed.
We’ve once again received a top score on Disability:IN and American Association of People with Disabilities’ Disability Equality Index®! 🎉 This designation marks our continued commitment to supporting those living with disabilities and their allies in our workplace and in the community. This is our third year in a row receiving a score of 100 on the index, and we’re continuing to find new ways to support the disability community. These include purchasing from businesses owned by people living with disabilities, offering training to help associates become better allies, and increasing the resources available to our associates living with disabilities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6ndTU3X
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Today we celebrate National Disability Independence Day, which commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law in 1990. The ADA has had a profound impact, but we still have much work to do to continue building a culture that not only protects disability rights, but also celebrates disability pride. Here are three ways you can help to create a more accessible workspace: 1. Use captions in your virtual meetings, and when/where appropriate, save a recorded transcript for later distribution. 2. Provide agendas for meetings so those needing more time to process information to successfully share ideas have that space. 3. Include alt text on online images that describe what’s happening in the photo for those who may not be able to see.
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Distinguished college faculty member, behavioral health therapy services practitioner, healthcare manager, business owner, passionate disabilities advocate, avid philanthropist, and 4.0 research graduate student
From Disability Rights Florida: “Two Disability Rights Florida education advocates, April Katine and Daysi Ortiz, join Keith in education planning for students with disabilities. The three discuss the importance of individual education plans (IEPs) and transition planning and offer tips on how parents can more effectively find success throughout the process. Tune in to learn about the various services available under IEP, how to prepare for IEP meetings, the significance of periodic re-evaluations, the importance of maintaining written records, and how to best collaborate with your child's IEP team” (2024). #disabilityrights #IEP #pedagogy #equitableaccess #disabilityaccess #educateouryouth Listen here: https://lnkd.in/e3FuiXzx
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Today is the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA protects people with disabilities from discrimination. The anniversary of the ADA falls during Disability Pride Month: a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of people with disabilities and advocate for a more inclusive world. 💙 We have come a long way with disability rights in the United States, but there's still more progress to be made. More than 1 in 4 adults in the United States have some type of disability, according to the CDC. Around 85% of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are unemployed (via The Arc). This month – and every month – it's important to remember that not all disabilities are visible, and disability rights are civil rights. At Goodwill NNE, we are fierce advocates for people with disabilities. We help folks get work and integrate into their communities every day through our disability services. Learn more on our website, https://lnkd.in/eP3iCbQF #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityAwareness #MoreThanJustAStore #GoodwillNNE
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📣 July is Disability Pride Month! 📣 Join us in honoring the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. We celebrate in July to mark the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), groundbreaking legislation that has advanced disability equity and inclusion in the U.S. Disability Pride Month is a time for people living with disabilities to celebrate their unique talents and skills, and to spotlight inspiring stories that show what's possible with inclusion. It's also an opportunity to recognize that people with disabilities deserve to live full, self-determined lives, just like everyone else. #DisabilityPrideMonth #AdvocateForInclusion #NAFICT #HartfordCT [IMAGE ID: A graphic for Disability Pride Month featuring illustrated figures with different disabilities, including wheelchairs and crutches, on a striped background of the Disability Pride flag colors. The text "DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH" is prominently displayed. /.End ID] See less
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Today is National Disability Independence Day! In the United States, July 26 marks the annual recognition of National Disability Independence Day, commemorating the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law in 1990. Introduced in 1988, the ADA builds on the progress of the Rehabilitation Act. July is a time to celebrate Disability Pride. Did you know 1 in 4 Americans identifies as disabled? Mental health conditions can be both a disability and a result of living with a disability. Globally, people with disabilities make up 15% of the population, representing all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. This month, we honor the identities, culture, and contributions of people with disabilities. Let's recognize that disability is a natural part of human diversity. While we've made progress, there is still more to do for true equality. Let's continue pushing for inclusion, accessibility, and support for all. #DisabilityPride #ADA #Inclusion #Accessibility #SupportForAll #MakeAnImpact
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In July, we commemorate Disability Pride Month! Disability Pride Month was first recognized in 2015 by then-NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio in honor of the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This annual observance promotes visibility and awareness of the positive pride felt by people with disabilities. The overall mission of Disability Pride Month is to help change the way people think about and define “disability,” to break down and end the internalized shame among people with disabilities, and to promote the belief that disability is a natural and beautiful part of human diversity in which people living with disabilities can take pride. To learn more about Disability Pride Month visit, https://lnkd.in/e7z6xBz To learn more about Mount Sinai’s initiatives and programs visit, https://lnkd.in/e9GYDJRW #RaisingAwareness #DisabilityAdvocacy #DiversityandInclusion #DiversityatMountSinai #DontDisMyAbility #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityAdvocate #Disability #PeopleWithDisabilities #Equity #Inclusion #Diversity
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📢 July is Disability Pride Month! It includes the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act which passed on July 26, 1990 and is a time to recognize, celebrate, and honor the experiences of the disability community. 🖐 How do I do that as an ally? 👉 Being an ally could look like: - Becoming informed on local accessibility issues and advocating for change - Initiating more inclusive practices - Uplifting the voices of disabled folks sharing their experience - Learning more about the nuances of different disabilities - Breaking down your own bias and having related conversations with peers and family - Follow and engage with disability activists - Call out ableism and promote equity - And so much more! 🚨 Allyship and disability pride is not limited to one month, focus on sustainable practices that you can build on. #allyship #DisabilityPrideMonth
