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As the month of July comes to a close, it is important that I take this last opportunity to amplify the month of July as Disability Pride Month. Disability Pride Month, is a month-long celebration of people with disabilities, and their contributions to society. This month originated in the United States in 1990 to commemorate the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990. As a person who has lived with a disability (unilateral hearing loss) since I was a small child, I have immense gratitude for the creation of the ADA. People living with a disability have to navigate day to day complexities that are often overlooked and misunderstood by co-workers, friends, and family. The signing of the ADA into law created protection for people living with disabilities to request necessary accommodations to assist in navigating a complex world that is not built for them. The ADA has strengthened the quality of life of for people living with disabilities and fostered inclusion for current and future generations...it is now easier to thrive while living with a disability! #disabilitypride #disabilitypridemonth

Today is Disability Independence Day! This year marks the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark law that ensures equal opportunities and rights for people with disabilities. Did you know that the ADA National Network is a free resource that provides information and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act? Learn more about the resources you can access here: adata.org/national-network How has the ADA influenced your life or the life of someone you know? Share your stories and experiences in the comments! #ADA34 #ThanksToTheADA #DisabilityIndependenceDay

Today we celebrate American Disability Act Day, also recognized as National Disability Independence Day! On this day in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law, serving as a bill of rights for Americans with disabilities by assuring their access to economic and civic opportunities. Learn more about ADA Day and its history: https://lnkd.in/e_Rpje_Y #ADA #DisabilityIndependence

On National Disability Independence Day, we celebrate the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act into law, and recognize the achievements and rights of individuals with disabilities. The #digitaldivide can limit these citizens' access to services and resources essential to their quality of life. Let's make closing the digital divide a priority in PA! #digitalequity #ADA #DisabilityIndependenceDay

Self-advocacy is an important part of being a leader. We suggest starting with listening to Maria Town on Disability Matters to learn more about what is happening in the disability community today. Listen on-demand at https://lnkd.in/e3epX7Vh. #DisabilityMatters #AAPD #LeadOn

NILP would like you to read a good blog from the Institute on Disability from the University of New Hampshire titled, "5 People Extrememely Important to the Disability Rights Movement" that relates well to the 34th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) this month. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/eC-SysgQ #ADA #DisabilityRights

Disability Pride Month occurs worldwide in July and has been celebrated in the UK since 2017, having originated in the United States to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in July 1990. Senior associate Lauren Atkinson and paralegal Rosa Fattorini explain the importance of Disability Pride Month in this article. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ezuyZfW8 #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityAwareness

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Disability Pride Month started in 1990, soon after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This month is dedicated to honoring the journeys, achievements, and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, whether those disabilities are visible or not. My Employment Options, as advocates of diversity and inclusion, remains dedicated to assisting job seekers with disabilities in securing meaningful employment, not just in July but throughout the year. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #InclusionMatters #ADA #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityInclusion #RepresentationMatters

Day 11 of National Disability Employment Awareness Month — Educate About Disability History. Despite the number of people with disabilities in the U.S. and the fact that they represent all races, classes, and cultures, many people are unaware of the rich history of the disability movement. Learn more: https://ow.ly/KhUn50TIKhY #NDEAM #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityHistory