The Americans with Disabilities Act: Why It’s Not Enough
Great strides have been made since the passage of the ADA. Increasing access has allowed the disabled to better take part in public life. But at the risk of sounding negative, it’s not enough.
New York’s Subway Is Hell for Riders with Disabilities
Only 24 percent of the system’s 472 stations are ADA-accessible, which makes New York subways the least accessible major mass transit system in the country.
Powerful Women Forging Our Future: Marsha Mazz, Queen of ADAAG
From the October 2010 Universal Design Newsletter By Lindsey Scherloum On the surface she is an ordinary woman, proud of her children; her lighthearted voice laughs while she talks. She sleeps, she eats. Underneath, however, something else is happening. Like many people ensnared in the details of access to our environment, she is quietly noticing […]
Improved access: Disabled, advocates see progress in public accommodations
People with disabilities and officials say Columbia is a good place to live for those with a disability, but challenges still exist and improvements are needed. Advances in technology, particularly smartphone technology, have led to significant improvements for people with disabilities.
Building Homes with Accessibility in Mind
In 2015, the U.S. celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, more than 56 million Americans have some sort of disability. That’s more than 18% of the population, which makes those with disabilities the largest minority group in our country. Today, this home builder […]
US Department of Justice (DOJ)
The DOJ has authority to issue regulations for title II and III of the ADA and to provide technical assistance and enforcement. The DOJ also has authority to certify that a State or local accessibility code is equivalent to the ADA’s requirements for new construction and alterations.
ADA National Network
Disability and Business Technical Assistance Centers (DBTACs) | Regional centers provide information, training and technical assistance to employers, people with disabilities and other entities with responsibilities under the ADA. Funded through the Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
ADA Information and Technical Assistance
Provides information, materials, publications and videos related to the ADA. The U.S. Department of Justice operates a toll-free ADA Information Line to provide information about ADA requirements.
U.S. Access Board
Provides information on the ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
JAN is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace.