ADA Archives - Advancing Opportunities

Posted July 26, 2019

ADA: Advocating for All People with Disabilities for Nearly 30 Years

Just over a half century ago marked the passing of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, amended by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Twenty-five years later and […]

By Dan

In Advocacy and Self-Advocacy, Disability Awareness and Appreciation

Posted December 7, 2018

Thank You, Mr. Bush, Advocating for All People with Disabilities

Just over a half century ago marked the passing of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, amended by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Twenty-five years later and 27 […]

By Dan

In Disability Awareness Month

Posted March 16, 2018

“See Me for Me!” Raising Awareness for Developmental Disabilities

In the bad old days, many institutions for people with developmental disabilities had a shocking reputation. One just needs to read the novels of Charles Dickens or watch […]

By Dan

In Disability Awareness and Appreciation

Posted July 26, 2017

ADA: Advocating for All People with Disabilities for Over a Quarter Century

Just over a half century ago marked the passing of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, amended by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Twenty-five years later and 27 […]

By Dan

In Advocacy and Self-Advocacy

Posted July 17, 2017

Revving Up the Vote for National Disability Registration Week

As part of a national campaign to urge people with all disabilities to speak out for themselves through the power of the vote, the American Association of People with Disabilities […]