"I actually really believe that if you want to do something that anybody has the capability to make it happen because we're all unique and we all have something to offer." - Sarah Todd Hammer, talking about Acute Flaccid Myelitis and disability advocacy #Disability #WednesdayWisdom #PwD

Do you know the two questions you’re allowed to ask in order to determine if an animal is a service animal and not a pet? Double-check your knowledge here: https://adata.org/faq/how-can-i-tell-if-animal-really-service-animal-and-not-just-pet #ADA #ServiceAnimal #FAQ

What factors are considered when determining if it is readily achievable to make a multisite business accessible? View our FAQ page here: https://adata.org/faq/how-readily-achievable-determined-multisite-business #ADA #Accessibility #Design

While the ADA is designed to help protect job applicants and employees with disabilities, individuals are still required to be qualified for their position. Learn more here: https://adata.org/faq/does-ada-require-applicant-or-employee-disability-be-qualified-position #ADA #Employment #Disability

Are you a business owner interested in how to make your business more accessible? Read about how a local coffee company (with help from one of our regional ADA Centers) improved its accessibility and is opening doors for everyone: https://adata.org/short-success-stories #ADA #ThanksToTheADA

This month marks the 36th anniversary of the ADA! Check out @abilitymagazine.bsky.social's feature article from the @rockymountainada.adata.org celebrating this year's anniversary and highlighting the work of the ADA National Network. Read more here: abilitymagazine.com/celebrating-... #ADA #ADA36

Celebrating 36 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its Informational Network - ABILITY Magazine

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(1/2) "Stephanie Thomas has spent nearly five decades organizing in the disability rights movement, from the street protests that helped force passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act to her current work preserving that history at the ADAPT Online Museum."

The Americans with Disabilities Act National Network (ADANN) conducts research collaboratively and individually within Regional Centers. Learn more by exploring our page below: https://adata.org/research #Disability #PwD #Accessibility

(1/2) “It’s important because we want people to have a relationship with nature, and you foster that relationship through those meaningful experiences. So these are a tool to help bridge the gap, so they can experience the environment in the fullest way possible.”

Are older adults automatically covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act? No, but as we age, we are much more likely to have a disability. For more information, visit our website: www.northeastada.org

"The ADA’s unmistakable message to America is that inequality and prejudice are unacceptable. The ADA’s important message to people with disabilities is that your time has come to live independently with dignity, to exercise your rights to participate in all aspects of American life." -Bob Dole #ADA

It's essential to stay informed about aging, hearing loss, and communication. Review our fact sheet 'Age, Hearing Loss, and Communication: What Are My Rights?' to learn more https://adata.org/factsheet/age-hearing-loss-and-communication-what-are-my-rights #ADA #Hearing #Aging

As we close out Disability Pride Month, ADA National Network does NOT enforce the ADA, but provides information, training, and guidance on the law. Learn more about enforcement here: https://adata.org/enforcing-the-ADA #ADA #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth

Our success stories highlight real-life examples of how our regional ADA Centers support the implementation of the ADA in their communities. Read more about a horse show that created accessible pathways for attendees with disabilities: https://adata.org/success-stories/accessible-horse-show/ #ADA

Did you know the ADA National Network helpline is here for people who need assistance regarding the ADA? We can help by answering questions about implementation, compliance, or how to access your rights. Call us today at 1-800-949-4232 or email us at https://adata.org/contact #ADA

As we keep celebrating #ADA36, don't forget to sign up for the webinar this Thursday that keeps the party going! Join us and the regional ADA Centers as we celebrate the ADA and the ADA National Network. Registration is required via Zoom.

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(2/2) During this webinar, each of the 10 Regional ADA Centers will highlight how they support this mission and the impact their work has had in promoting voluntary compliance and ADA education. This webinar takes place on Thursday, July 30th. Register here: https://bit.ly/4pkDiTy

Celebrating 36 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We remain committed to building awareness, understanding, and implementation of the ADA! #ADA36

As the ADA approaches its 36th anniversary, learn how the ADA National Network helps bring the law to life through education, guidance, and technical assistance. https://abilitymagazine.com/celebrating-36-years-of-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-and-its-informational-network/ #ADA36

(1/2) Today marks the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! 🎉 Since 1990, the ADA has helped expand access and opportunity by prohibiting disability discrimination in employment, government services, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications.

Want to join us as we celebrate the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Check out our anniversary website for ideas: https://adaanniversary.org/ Photo and image description from Disabled and Here. #ADA #ADA36 #DisabilityRights

Knowledge check for business owners: can you charge maintenance or cleaning fees for customers who bring service animals into your business? Get the answer: https://adata.org/faq/can-i-charge-maintenance-or-cleaning-fees-customers-who-bring-service-animals-my-business #ADA #ServiceAnimals

Our success stories highlight how our regional ADA Centers help support ADA implementation across the country! Read more about how a building became an accessible vinyl shop thanks to the ADA: https://adata.org/short-success-stories#Building%20Becomes%20an%20Accessible%20Vinyl%20Shop #ADA36

Have you read our fact sheet on ‘Wheelchairs and Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices’ yet? Visit our page to learn more about wheelchairs and other power-driven mobility devices: https://adata.org/factsheet/wheelchairs #ADA #Wheelchair #Disability

Did you know we officially launched our Employment Resource Hub? This hub offers information about disabilities and the workplace at every stage of employment. Explore our Employment Resource Hub today: https://adata.org/employment-resource-hub #ADAResourceHub #Employment

"The ADA is the living testament to our Nation's commitment that we will always stand up for our neighbor's right to live fulfilling lives." -Tammy Duckworth, U.S. Senator #ADA36 #ADAAnniversary #ADA

Who is a “qualified individual” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Get a detailed answer and watch a quick video from the Southeast ADA Center here: https://adata.org/faq/who-qualified-individual #ADA #FAQ #Disability

Get started with our Employment Resource Hub this Disability Pride Month if you are a person with a disability! Learn more about this resource here: https://adata.org/employment-resource-hub #ADA #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth

Can an employer establish specific attendance and leave policies? Check out the answer, and get links to additional related resources and information here: https://adata.org/faq/can-employer-establish-specific-attendance-and-leave-policies #ADA #Employment #FAQ

“The beauty of the ADA was it was an effort where people in the grass roots were just as important, if not more important, than people in Washington.” - Liz Savage, lobbyist and attorney #ADA #DisabilityRights #ADA36

(1/2) "The leaders below are among countless others carrying that work forward right now, across media, fashion, policy, talent representation, literacy and the creator economy."