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On June 22, 1999, the Supreme Court issued a momentous ruling in Olmstead v. L.C., declaring that the unjustifiable segregation of individuals with disabilities is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This marked a pivotal victory in a long-standing fight for equal rights and recognition by disability advocates. Through tireless efforts and unrelenting resilience, these advocates have worked to shatter societal misconceptions and demand the full rights of citizenship for those with disabilities. Since its inception in 1990, the ADA has significantly improved accessibility to businesses, public spaces, transportation, communication, and employment, thus protecting individuals with disabilities from discrimination. The Olmstead decision further cemented the ADA's impact by mandating that states ensure the provision of services to individuals with disabilities in the most integrated setting possible. This decision has opened the doors to greater community inclusion and integration, allowing for more opportunities and possibilities for individuals with disabilities. Today we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Olmstead decision and continue to strive towards a more inclusive and equitable society for all. #ADRSfamily #ADA

July is Disability Pride Month, in honor of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was passed on July 26, 1990. This month is an especially important time to amplify the voices of people with disabilities, learn how we can better support them and advocate for further change. Read this recent Forbes article on 3 Lessons We Can Still Learn from the ADA to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eK5mCiQD.

🎉 Happy 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)!  🎉 Today we have so much to celebrate. There has been significant progress in the last 34 years. More disabled people can access our communities, work, go to school, live independently, have fun with friends, access housing, and participate in all aspects of life. We also can reflect on how much further we have to go. As Maria Town so correctly said at the fantastic AAPD event yesterday evening, just one crack in the sidewalk makes travel inaccessible. It takes all of us to make forward progress - using the ADA as a floor, not a ceiling as we work to obtain true inclusion and access. Celebrate today and enjoy the rest of Disability Pride month. Then, onward together! #Disability #Accessibility #ADA34 #DisabilityPride #Inclusion #UnlockAccess Image Description: Maroon background. Center has a gray box with white text reading “Happy 34th Anniversary ADA!” Below the box white text reads “July 26, 2024.” Below the text is a disco ball and gold champagne glasses clinking. The Unlock Access logo is in the lower right corner-maroon circle with gray outline encircles logo. Logo reads: unlock access.  Between text is the black outline of a curb cut. Inside curb cut is a lock in maroon outline. It is unlocking.

July 26, 2024, marks the 34th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the 20th century Emancipation Proclamation for People with Disabilities. Prior to the enactment of the ADA, people with disabilities were often segregated and denied equality of opportunities based on fear, ignorance, prejudice, stereotypes, labels, and pernicious mythologies. So, on the 34th anniversary of the ADA, each of us needs to treat people with disabilities with dignity and respect; focus on an individual’s strengths and capabilities; recognize, embrace, and celebrate differences; and foster empowerment, self-determination, and inclusion by embracing the precept that disability rights are civil rights. Read more at the link below: https://lnkd.in/euGYtaaw

Today marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a milestone in civil rights legislation! The ADA has transformed the lives of individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal access to employment, education, transportation and public spaces. It's a testament to the progress we've made in creating a more inclusive society. The ADA defines disability broadly, recognizing not only physical or mental impairments but also societal perceptions and barriers. This holistic approach acknowledges the systemic challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and works to dismantle them. As we celebrate this historic achievement, let's also reflect on the work that still lies ahead. Continue to advocate for equal rights and opportunities for all individuals. #ADAanniversary #InclusiveCommunities

Celebrating the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! On this day, we honor the powerful impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This landmark legislation has been a cornerstone in advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities, ensuring accessibility, and promoting full participation in all aspects of society. As we celebrate this anniversary, let’s reflect on the progress we’ve made and renew our dedication to ensuring that every individual has the chance to thrive. Here’s to the continued journey toward a more inclusive and equitable world for all. #ADAAnniversary #InclusionMatters #DisabilityRights #AccessibleCommunities #CelebratingDiversity #EqualityForAll #BreakingBarriers #ADA #AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth. People with disabilities—both visible and invisible—constitute the world’s largest minority group. “Disability Pride is celebrated in July as a result of the passage of  the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law on July 26, 1990. But the history of civil rights protections for people with disabilities is older than the ADA. In 1973, discrimination against those with disabilities became illegal with the passage of Section 504, and its addition to the Rehabilitation Act. It was the first legislation that addressed the minoritization of all people with disabilities. However, its protections only extended to employers who received federal funding.” Get out there (or however you wish to) and celebrate the tremendous diversity, achievements, and history that the disability community has delivered to the world over! Source: Columbia Climate School Direct URL: https://lnkd.in/gixGKaJ6

At the time, the ADA was cutting edge legislation, and it deserves to be celebrated. I for one, have benefitted from the protections of the ADA. As any legislation ages, often it is found to be lacking or not keeping up with the times. The ADA did great things for physical and communication barriers, what it lacked was addressing the needs of our peers with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. As a society we can do better in this area. Also, when it comes to barriers, the ADA is now the minimum we should do for accessibility. We now must focus on universal design in the development of products, services, and physical spaces. When we design for everyone, everyone can be included. I celebrate the ADA and commit to helping us do better. #IndependentLiving #ADA #UniversalDesign #Inclusion #IntellectualDisabilities #DevelopmentalDisabilities #DEI