Poet Adina Burke reflects on the universal need for community and inclusion and how these things are exemplified at the fair: “The fair is a greater illustration of this due to the meshing of so many people and mixture of perspectives. I have the opportunity to learn about accessibility through watching others like me and unlike me navigate the fair and how it is they accomplish what they wish to during the delightful and sometimes disorienting event that is the state fair.”
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Stepping into that Space: The Capitol Crawl, March 12, 1990
July is Disability Pride Month, a month dedicated to promoting awareness, acceptance, and empowerment of people with disabilities. We also take this opportunity to recognize the societal attitudes and barriers that continue to limit their full participation. This month, MCD highlights the unique experiences and perspectives of people within our community. A guest blog post by MCD Council member Tammy Berberi.
Celebrating 33 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Today marks the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), civil rights legislation that changed how society approaches disability and views accessibility and inclusion. Passed into law on July 26, 1990, the ADA extended the promise of civil rights in this country and gave legal protections to millions of people with disabilities. As celebrations have expanded from a day of recognition to an entire month of Disability Pride, let us note how the ADA has helped shift societal attitudes about disability. By advocating for inclusion, the ADA has challenged stereotypes and biases, leading to a more diverse society.
Because of the ADA… Telecommunications Relay Services
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, and the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we present this series of blog posts highlighting the impact of this monumental civil rights legislation. The ADA played a transformative role in promoting accessibility, equity, and inclusion of people with disabilities. Let’s celebrate these achievements and continue to work towards a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. Because of the ADA… Telecommunications Relay Services.
Because of the ADA… Education
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, and the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we present this series of blog posts highlighting the impact of this monumental civil rights legislation. The ADA played a transformative role in promoting accessibility, equity, and inclusion of people with disabilities. Let’s celebrate these achievements and continue to work towards a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. Because of the ADA… Education.
Because of the ADA… Disability Parking
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, and the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we present this series of blog posts highlighting the impact of this monumental civil rights legislation. The ADA played a transformative role in promoting accessibility, equity, and inclusion of people with disabilities. Let’s celebrate these achievements and continue to work towards a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. Because of the ADA… Disability Parking.