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ADA National Network Learning Session: “Ask Your ADA & Health Care Questions”

Jun 26 2025

Description Back by popular demand! Join us and ask your questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Health Care. ADA TA Specialists will be available to answer questions about sign language interpreters, transferring patients, service animals, and other questions that are important to you. To ensure that your question is answered during the...

From Standards to Support: Understanding the Access Board’s Role in Accessibility

Jul 3 2025

Description: Have you previously attended our webinars or reached out with questions and training about accessibility? You might be surprised to learn that some questions may be outside the scope of the U.S. Access Board’s Office of Information and Technical Services (OTIS). Join us for this informative webinar where we’ll explore the U.S. Access Board’s...

Disability Rights San Francisco Treasure Hunt

Jul 7 2025

Organizer Community Living Campaign (CLC) Location Virtual participation on Zoom. Event description Don’t miss this lively orientation session where we’ll walk through all the ways you can join the fun! Learn how to uncover hidden gems of disability rights history throughout San Francisco, get your questions answered, and set yourself up for a meaningful and...

Reclaiming Our Legacy: Disability Action & Joy

Jul 11 2025

Organizer Berkeley Center for Independent Living (CIL) & World Institute on Disability (WID) Location Ed Roberts Campus 3075 Adeline Street Berkeley, CA 94703 Event details Learn more about this event at the Center for Independent Living website!

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Unanimous Supreme Court makes it easier to sue schools in disability cases

Posted on June 18, 2025

The Supreme Court made it easier for students with disabilities to sue to enforce their rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws passed to make sure children with disabilities get appropriate schooling. While the decision may be narrow, it does not decrease its importance for many children with disabilities—children who face "daunting...
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Study on how to improve health care access for people with disabilities

Posted on June 18, 2025

The University of Guam's Nursing Program at the Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health is leading a five-year research study to learn how to improve health care access for people with disabilities in Guam and other areas in the western U.S., including Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada. The five-year project will conclude in 2026 and...
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New guide on court accessibility for individuals with disabilities

Posted on June 18, 2025

The Southwest ADA Center has a new guide, "Americans with Disabilities Act, Advancing Court Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities." The guide covers topics including: The requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ADA best practices, and Accommodation examples.

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