MCD is seeking passionate individuals to join the Legislative Task Force on Guardianship. This is your chance to address concerns and improve the rights of people with disabilities and older adults under guardianship. Over the past few years, we’ve listened to your feedback and partnered with advocacy groups to create this task force. Now, we need your expertise to develop recommendations that will transform our guardianship system.
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25 Days of the ADA: Looking Back and Looking Forward
In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ushered in a new era of equal opportunity and access for millions. Today, as we revisit our “25 Days of the ADA” series, we’re reminded that this legislation isn’t just a piece of history—it’s a living, breathing force that continues to shape our world. The ADA’s impact Continue Reading 25 Days of the ADA: Looking Back and Looking Forward
Thanks to the ADA… Advancing Health Equity
Healthcare is a fundamental right, yet for millions of Americans with disabilities, it was often out of reach. That is, until the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This important legislation has done much to promote health equity for people with disabilities. Titles II and III of the ADA ensure that both public and private healthcare Continue Reading Thanks to the ADA… Advancing Health Equity
Thanks to the ADA… Voting Access
Imagine arriving at your polling place, excited to cast your vote, only to find you can’t even enter the building. For many people with disabilities, this frustrating scenario was all too common before the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Voting, a cornerstone of democracy, was often an uphill battle. How has the ADA improved voting Continue Reading Thanks to the ADA… Voting Access
Thanks to the ADA… Housing Access
Have you ever imagined being turned away from a home simply because of who you are? For many people with disabilities, this was a reality before the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Times have changed, and the ADA has transformed the housing landscape for millions of Americans. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities Continue Reading Thanks to the ADA… Housing Access
Deaf, Queer, and Proud: Navigating Intersecting Identities
Guest blogger Diego Ozuna-Clark writes about the intersection of Deafness and Queerness. From a sheltered upbringing in a Mexican Catholic family to discovering themselves in college, Diego’s story is a vivid reminder of the importance of accessibility, representation, and Pride. As we celebrate Pride Month, this post asks: What does true inclusion look like when Disability and Queerness intersect? Read on to discover how access to information can change lives and inspire Pride.