Celebrating the 50th anniversary of 504 is essential - it mandated that people who use different kinds of mobility devices or have other disabilities have equal access to public spaces. This looks like ramps instead of stairs, accessible toilet facilities, and spaces that generally work better for more people. The natural next step is cultural accessibility - where people are meaningfully integrated. We are still working on making spaces physically accessible to people, inviting more diversity into more places, and improving the representation of disabled people in more spaces. The next part is tough: we must integrate and include the people we've worked so hard to GET IN THE ROOM. Meaningful seats at the table, contributions of talents, true diversity of opinions with decision-making power, and genuinely curious discussion with the diverse groups we've assembled. As I previously posted, 'diversity is inviting people to the dance; inclusion is asking people to dance with us!' Let's dance, everyone! :) #Inclusion #Diversity #DiversityAndInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #ActuallyAutistic
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504), which applies to federal agencies as well as programs receiving federal financial assistance, served as a foundation for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act, we highlight some examples of Sections of 504 to make public sidewalks and pedestrian signals accessible, protect the rights of people with disabilities interacting with law enforcement, and ensure online accessibility https://lnkd.in/em6rxKUf
Making Waves for Good. ADA Architectural Usability, Web Accessibility, and ADA Risk Management Expert. I believe in a world where accessibility is a priority. Practitioner in making the unseen visible.
12moThanks for spelling this out so plainly!