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A light-skinned woman and medium-skinned-man having a conversation at a table in an office.

Don't miss the "Verbal Description Basics: Applications & Approaches" webinar on Thursday, April 9th at 2:00 PM! Hosted by the Great Lakes ADA Center. Learn more and sign up here: adata.org/event/verbal-description... #ADA #EffectiveCommunication #Disability

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A medium-skinned-woman using a laptop. She is sitting on a couch and has a cat curled up next to her.

Join the Great Lakes ADA Center tomorrow for their "Ask an ADA Professional RE: Remote Work Accommodations" webinar! Learn more here: adata.org/event/ask-ada-profession... #ADA #DisabilityRights #Employment

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A light-skinned-woman with a prosthetic arm working at a computer.

Want to learn more about the ADA, but you're feeling overwhelmed? The "Foundations of the Americans with Disabilities Act" web course from the Southeast ADA Center is a great place to start! Register for the course here: https://bit.ly/foundations-ada-course #ADA #Disability

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A medium-skinned-woman with curly hair and a medium-skinned-man who has Down syndrome. They are both working in a café.

Want to review what the Americans with Disabilities Act says about reasonable accommodations in the workplace? Check out our fact sheet here:adata.org/factsheet/reasonable-acc... #ADA #Employment #ReasonableAccommodation

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A dark-skinned-man sitting on a couch with his service dog.

Some of the most viewed resources on our website are about service animals! 🐶 Make sure you’ve got service animal basics covered by visiting the Service Animal Resource Hub here: https://adata.org/service-animal-resource-hub/basics #ADA #ServiceAnimal

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"Don't let the chair stop you -- go out and enjoy life." - Raul Acosta, Marine Corps Veteran. Green sunlight filtering through a canopy of leaves in the background. White ADANN logo in the corner.

"Don't let the chair stop you -- go out and enjoy life." - Raul Acosta, Marine Corps Veteran. Green sunlight filtering through a canopy of leaves in the background. White ADANN logo in the corner.

"Don't let the chair stop you—go out and enjoy life."
- Raul Acosta, Marine Corps Veteran #PVA #ParalyzedVeteransOfAmericaMonth

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A light-skinned-person holding a cell phone.

What ADA requirements apply to a public entity’s emergency telephone services? Test your ADA knowledge and visit our FAQ page to see if your answer was right: adata.org/faq/what-requirements-ap... #ADA #Communication

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Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month. Red, white, and blue background with white stars. White ADANN logo in the upper right corner.

April is Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month! You can learn more about the history and meaning behind Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month here: pva.org/get-involved/paralyzed-v... #ParalyzedVeteransOfAmericaAwarenessMonth #PVA

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ADA National Network Newsletter: New resources and publication, disability news, and upcoming National Network events. A pair of light-skinned-hands hold a cellphone. The screen shows an email notification. Blue ADANN logo in the corner.

ADA National Network Newsletter: New resources and publication, disability news, and upcoming National Network events. A pair of light-skinned-hands hold a cellphone. The screen shows an email notification. Blue ADANN logo in the corner.

Our April newsletter is live! Check it out and sign up for our mailing list here: us19.campaign-archive.com/home/ #ADA #Disability #DisabilityNews

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A light-medium-skinned-woman standing in front of a restaurant. She is wearing an apron and is an employee.

Even though it is April Fools Day, it is not a joke that businesses are required to remove architectural barriers when readily achievable to comply with the ADA. Learn more here: adata.org/factsheet/small-business... #ADA #Accessibility #Legal

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DOJ Sues SeaWorld’s Parent Company Over Ban on Wheeled Walkers at Their Parks The department's civil rights division asked for a jury trial in Orlando to determine if United Parks & Resorts violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.

(2/2) Read more about this ongoing case here: www.ntd.com/doj-sues-sea... #ADA #Legal #DisabilityRights

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(1/2) "The Department of Justice on Thursday sued the parent company of the SeaWorld and Busch Gardens theme parks, claiming that a ban on wheeled walkers with seats at its parks violates civil rights law by discriminating against people with disabilities."

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A notebook with paper cutouts of question marks coming out of it.

Are you requesting a reasonable accommodation for a job interview or in your workplace? "Undue hardship" is a term often used in discussions about the ADA. Get the definition and learn more here: adata.org/faq/what-considered-undu... #ADA

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Autism Dating Show Returning To Netflix An Emmy-winning documentary series chronicling the lives of adults with autism who are looking for love is returning.

"An Emmy-winning documentary series chronicling the lives of adults with autism who are looking for love is returning." Read more about 'Love on the Spectrum's' new season here: www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/03/27/autism-dating... #Autism #LoveOnTheSpectrum #PwD

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Adidas Introduces Shoe Geared Towards Athletes With Down Syndrome After a multiyear collaboration with individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities, one of the world's largest footwear companies is rolling out a shoe designed to specifically meet their needs.

"Adidas launched the Supernova Rise 3 Adaptive over the weekend, timed to coincide with World Down Syndrome Day on March 21." Read more here: www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/03/24/adidas-introd... #PwD #DownSyndrome #Disability

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Medium skinned person holding smartphone with new email notification icon above the device.

Did you know that the ADA National Network has a monthly newsletter? It includes ADA news highlights, freshly released resources, upcoming events, and more! Make sure you’re on our mailing list and check out some of our previous newsletters: https://adata.org/newsletter #ADANetwork #Disability

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MILAN CORTINA 2026 IS MOST-WATCHED WINTER PARALYMPICS ON RECORD, REACHING 22.7 MILLION TOTAL VIEWERS ACROSS NBC, USA NETWORK, AND CNBC 22.7 Million Total Viewers Up 90% vs. Beijing 2022 (11.9 Million) and Up 47% vs. Paris 2024 (15.4 Million)

"...the Milan Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games were the most-watched Winter Paralympics on record, reaching 22.7 million total viewers" Read more: https://ow.ly/1tki50YyV5k #PwD #Disability #Paralympic

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Red four-wheeled walker with black handles and a basket positioned on a beige rug in front of a blue sofa with beige cushions in a living room.

Want more information about accessible construction and design? We’ve got you covered! Get an explanation of the latest policies and standards for accessible design under the ADA here: adata.org/faq/where-can-i-find-com... #ADA #Accessibility

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Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language to Debut on Disney+ April 27 On April 27, in celebration of National Deaf History Month, Disney+ will proudly debut Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language, three animated musical sequences from recent Walt Disney Animation Studios features, newly reimagined and animated in American Sign Language (ASL).

"Three songs from recent Walt Disney Animation Studios features are reimagined and animated in American Sign Language in collaboration with Deaf West Theatre..." Read more about "Songs in Sign Language" here: press.disneyplus.com/news/songs-in-sign-langu... #ASL #Disability #Deaf

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National Cerebral Palsy Day. Background is an abstract green design. White ADA logo in the upper-right corner.

Today is National Cerebral Palsy Day! Learn more about the protections offered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by visiting our website here: https://adata.org/learn-about-ada #ADA #CerebralPalsy #NationalCerebralPalsyDay

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“Possibilities can arise from anywhere if you can push yourself forward, and never give up.” -Emma Chivers over a blue background.

“Possibilities can arise from anywhere if you can push yourself forward, and never give up.” -Emma Chivers over a blue background.

“Possibilities can arise from anywhere if you can push yourself forward, and never give up.” -Emma Chivers #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth #WednesdayWisdom #Disability

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Black folder labeled 'ADA Americans with Disabilities Act' on wooden desk with reading glasses and black pen.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that businesses have a means of effective communication for individuals with disabilities. Explore different options for implementation here: https://adata.org/factsheet/communication #ADA #Communication #Disability

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Service dog wearing a vest. Is that a service animal? What rights apply where. Video Archive. Northeast ADA Center.

Service dog wearing a vest. Is that a service animal? What rights apply where. Video Archive. Northeast ADA Center.

Missed the live webinar? No worries—we’ve got you covered!
Catch the replay of “Is That a Service Animal? What Rights Apply Where” at the link below and reach out to us with any questions! #ServiceAnimals
👉 Video Archive: northeastada.org/multimedia/p...

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Two medium-skinned colleagues engaged in a focused discussion at a bright office table with documents.

Job coaches, did you know that your role can be considered a reasonable accommodation in the workplace? Our guide can help job coaches understand the important part they play in supporting job seekers and employees with disabilities. Learn more: https://adata.org/job-coaches-as-accommodations #PwD

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A light-skinned person adjusting a light-skinned patient's head inside an MRI machine that is emitting a soft purple light during a scan.

Brain injuries are considered a disability under the ADA as they affect major life activities. If you have questions about your rights and/or responsibilities under the ADA, contact your regional ADA Center here: https://adata.org/find-your-region #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth #Disability

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Black and tan dog sitting on a brown background with a relaxed posture and tongue slightly out.

Want to learn more about what service animal laws apply to your business? Check out our FAQ page for the answer, as well as links to other common questions about service animals: adata.org/faq/what-are-laws-about-... #ADA #ServiceAnimal #FAQ

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World Down Syndrome Day. Two light-skinned-hands holding a yellow and blue ribbon, symbolic of Down syndrome awareness. Blue ADA logo in the corner.

Tomorrow is World Down Syndrome Day! Learn more about the history of this day and about how you can celebrate here: www.worlddownsyndromeday.org #WorldDownSyndromeDay #DownSyndrome

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Light-skinned electrician wearing black gloves connecting wires inside a gray junction box mounted on wooden studs.

What does Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) require for new construction and alterations? Access our resources on this topic here:
adata.org/faq/what-does-title-ii-r... #ADA #Accessibility #Design

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What You Should Know About Traumatic Brain Injury What You Should Know About Traumatic Brain Injury: CU Anschutz expert shares TBI symptoms, risks, emergency red flags and daily habits to protect brain

(2/2) Read more from CU Anschutz this Brain Injury Awareness Month here: news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories... #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth #BrainInjury #Disability

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(1/2) "Did you know that you could suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) without a blow to the head, that falls, motor vehicle accidents and assaults are top causes, and that youth under 4 are highly vulnerable due to skull structure? If not, you’re not alone."

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