Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access

Three sticky pads on a desk with each having one of the words, diversity, inclusion, or inclusion 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

#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,"

Articles/Blog posts

Can You Hear Me Now? How Companies Can Ensure That Employees With Hearing Loss Are Supported

How can employers support their employees with hearing loss? In this article from Forbes Magazine, Cheryl Goodwin, Head of Corporate Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at Sony, discusses four ways that companies can design internal systems that help employees with hearing loss feel supported.