Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access

Four sticky pads on a desk with each having one of the words, access, inclusion, diversity, or equity, written on it

The goal of this group is to raise awareness and understanding of the importance of accessibility in DEIA initiatives in all types of settings, whether in the workplace, classroom, or the community. Environments that value DEIA and provide the necessary support and access for individuals with hearing loss or who are Deaf benefit everyone. 

Creating accessible environments, developing inclusive, equitable communication strategies, and understanding legal requirements and best practices for accommodations are some important DEIA areas that need addressing. These and other related topics can be explored in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility group. 

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Group Content

Webpages/Websites

ADA.gov Fact Sheet: Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments

The Department of Justice updated its regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in April 2024. There are specific requirements to ensure state and local governments' web content and mobile applications (apps) are accessible to people with disabilities. This fact sheet gives a summary of those requirements. The summary is designed to provide introductory information…

Event

National ADA Symposium

The National ADA Symposium in Minneapolis, MN is an annual conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act and disability-related laws. This comprehensive conference provides the latest information on all areas of the ADA, including regulations and guidelines, implementation strategies, and best practices. The session schedule covers a wide range of topics, including employment, accessible…

Webpages/Websites

#DidYouKnow: The Americans with Disabilities Act has an official website - ADA.gov

ADA.gov is the official website of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), operated by the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division. It serves as a hub for information on the ADA, which is a law that protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in many areas of public life, such as employment, transportation, public accommodations, and access to state and local…

Event

2024 Americans with Disabilities Act Virtual Conference

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) VIRTUAL Conference is hosted by the Pacific ADA Center , which is part of the ADA Nation Network . The network consists of 10 Regional ADA Centers located throughout the United States. The ADA virtual conference has 3 separate tracks focusing on healthcare, employment, and state and local government related issues.

Articles/Blog posts

Mindset Matters: "Nothing Without Us"

Jonathan Kaufman, a Forbes contributor, discusses the fundamental principle of "Nothing about us without us." in his column, "Mindset Matters,"