Description Reaching parents of children with disabilities in underserved communities with evidenced-based knowledge and information can be a challenge. Often this knowledge and information is unavailable or inaccessible to them in their communities. Dr. Magaña will present different examples of disseminating information to diverse communities use a parent/peer leader and curriculum-based model. Attendees will be...
Description There are thousands of people in recovery from addiction who are unaware of their civil rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA insures that people with addiction to alcohol and individuals in recovery from opioids and other drugs have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. Attendees will learn how...
Description Spas provide a variety of services for improving health, beauty, and relaxation. In this session, presenters will cover elements and spaces within spa resorts and the relevant accessibility requirements in the ADA and ABA Accessibility Standards. Such elements and spaces include locker rooms, saunas, soaking tubs, pools, and fitness equipment. Presenters will also provide...
Description Every day, millions of Americans use social media to engage with their favorite brands and influencers – including the federal government. Federal agencies have a crucial duty to engage the public effectively, share important information, and provide essential services to all Americans, including individuals with disabilities. Among other requirements, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation...
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a $50 million penalty against American Airlines for serious violations of the laws protecting airline passengers with disabilities between 2019 and 2023. DOT’s investigation into American Airlines uncovered cases of: Unsafe physical assistance that at times led to injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users, Repeated failures to...
The Southeast ADA Center has updated its list of disability and voting access resources. It includes resources from many organizations, including the: U.S. Department of Justice, Great Plains ADA Center, National Disability Rights Network (NDRN), National Coalition on Accessible Voting (NCAV), American Association for People with Disabilities (AAPD), and U.S. Election Assistance Commission. For more...
In response to a U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) investigation, Catalyst Family Inc., a non-profit company that runs child development centers in California, has agreed to: Pay almost $150,000 to a former employee, Revise its non-discrimination policies and procedures, and Conduct training for all managers, recruiters, and HR personnel. The part-time employee worked for...
