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34 years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. The ADA provides basic protection for disabled people from discrimination based on disability, primarily focused on accessibility. While the ADA was monumental in establishing guidelines for accessibility, there are many gaps that have left disabled people with inequities in healthcare, employment, and marriage rights, and more. In the subsequent years, many disabled activists have been working towards a more inclusive, comprehensive, and intersectional #DisabilityJustice movement. Today, focus on centering disabled stories — not just those of hardship and activism, but also those highlighting everyday #DisabledJoy. #DisabilityRights #ADA34

It's time to register for May’s Disability and Arts Series webinar, “What is Website and Document Accessibility?" Join Sara Massengale, Able South Carolina's Community Access Specialist, as she takes you through a practical review of website accessibility and a collaborative edit of publicly distributed documents like PowerPoints and infographics. There will also be a practice session! Learn more + register | bit.ly/4avZ2DK May 1 | What is Website and Document Accessibility? June 5 | Understanding Disability Rights Laws as a Community Organization [Image description: Slide one has a blue background with two boxes of text and the SCAC and Able SC logos. The header says, “First Wednesday Disability and Arts Series.” The main text lists the title of the session and the presenter, as stated in the caption above. As shown on the graphic, the date of the session is May 1st at 3 p.m.] #Arts4SC #ArtsProfessionals #ArtsWorkers #ArtsAdministrators #Networking #ArtsOrgs #ArtsIndustry #SCACPrograms #AbleSC #Accessibility

Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act #ADA. This historic civil rights legislation prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The ADA ensures that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. As we celebrate how far we've come, I'm proud to share the launch of NJ's Disability Information Hub. The hub is a website organizing information about services NJ offers to support people with disabilities throughout their lifespan. This work is the result of 12 years by a remarkable team at the state led by Diana Maurone. The hub takes that information and presents it to you in an accessible format that is easy to understand and navigate. It also connects you to live Community Resource Specialists who can help answer questions and guide you to the services you need based on your individual circumstances. Please take a minute to watch the official launch below and be sure to visit the hub anytime at:nj.gov/disabilities #ADA35 #AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Accessibility #DisabilityAwareness #NJDisabilityHub #CivilRights #EqualOpportunities #CommunitySupport #DisabilityServices #AccessForAll #CelebrateDiversity #Empowerment #AccessibilityMatters #SupportForAll

#disabilityrights #input #feedbackloop Every year, DRNC (disabilityrightsnc.org/) asks stakeholders to fill out their survey about legal issues that are important to people with disabilities. Your feedback helps Disability Rights NC make informed decisions about very important and life changing work. Please use this link to complete the survey: https://lnkd.in/e-aM4gHu

Is your body corporate doing enough for people with disabilities? In our recent webinar with Brendan Pitman from Grace Lawyers and William Marquand from Tower Body Corporate Administration Pty Ltd we explore: - Balancing rights and responsibilities for disability access, a complex issue facing body corporates in QLD. - How navigating disability access and body corporate laws can be a minefield. - The Knox case and its implications. - The challenges of maintaining accessible facilities in older buildings, and the rights of owners with disabilities. To access the full recording of the webinar tomorrow - sign up to our weekly newsletter here:  https://lnkd.in/eRBThAi #disabilityrights #bodycorporate #accessibility #QLD #webinar #legaladvice #propertymanagement #inclusive

Learn how to appropriately disclose a disability to your employer here: https://t.co/3BErqdHwXY. Discover strategies, rights, and resources for those working with disabilities. #DisabilityDisclosure #DifferentlyAbled #EmploymentForAll #DisabilityTips #DisabilityEmployment

Make sure your voice is heard! Disability rights are on the line, and every vote counts. Take a moment to check if you're registered to vote—your voice can drive the change we need. Check your registration status now: www.vote.gov. #DisabilityRights #EveryVoteCounts #CenterOnDisability #AdvocacyInAction

Celebrating 34 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 🇺🇸 Today, on National Disability Independence Day, we commemorate the signing of the ADA into law in 1990. This landmark legislation is not just a set of rules; it's a beacon of hope, empowerment, and inclusion for millions. The ADA safeguards the rights of individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal access to employment, transportation, communication, and public establishments. It's a testament to our commitment to creating a world where everyone can fully participate in the community, live independently, and achieve economic self-sufficiency. 💪♿ Learn more about Florida AgrAbility and what we do to assist farmers with disabilities at https://buff.ly/3YsV2hY. #DisabilityIndependenceDay #ADA34 #InclusionMatters #Empowerment

Learn how to appropriately disclose a disability to your employer here: https://t.co/3BErqdHwXY. Discover strategies, rights, and resources for those working with disabilities. #DisabilityDisclosure #DifferentlyAbled #EmploymentForAll #DisabilityTips #DisabilityEmployment

Learn how to appropriately disclose a disability to your employer here: https://t.co/3BErqdHwXY. Discover strategies, rights, and resources for those working with disabilities. #DisabilityDisclosure #DifferentlyAbled #EmploymentForAll #DisabilityTips #DisabilityEmployment