Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

"We have an untapped potential to look into the lives of millions of disabled people across the world, understand the issues on a molecular level, and develop policy and ideas on how to organize that we have never had before."- Imani Barbarin

Full video here: https://loom.ly/AsN9dHo

Three women at the 2025 NCIL Conference. Two women who use wheelchairs flank a standing woman with long blonde hair. One wheelchair user displays a "Teach Disability History" sign. All wear conference badges and are smiling

Attendees networking at the 2025 NCIL Conference in a modern venue space with white columns and geometric ceiling lighting. The diverse crowd includes people using wheelchairs and other mobility devices mingling throughout the reception area.

The NCIL Conference 2025 was an incredible gathering!
This year’s theme, “LEVEL UP: Building Tomorrow Together,” brought advocates together to advance disability rights, justice, and independent living.

#NCIL2025 #IndependentLiving #DisabilityJustice #LevelUpTogether

Informational graphic from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center titled “35 Years of Progress,” focused on representation. It contrasts “Before the ADA,” when disability was viewed as a deficit and people with disabilities were excluded from public life, with “Now,” where disability is seen as a natural part of life. It notes that 1 in 4 Americans has a disability. Includes a red label reading “Representation” and the ADA 35th anniversary logo.

35 Years of Progress #ADA35: Representation and Rights 🎉

#DisabilityJustice #InclusionMatters #HumanRights

A close-up of a red emergency beacon light, glowing against a blue background. The bold white headline overlaid reads, “Disaster Registry Proposal Raises Disability Rights Questions.” A red banner at the bottom displays “ADA News” in yellow and white text.

Los Angeles County is exploring a voluntary disaster registry to assist disabled and elderly residents during emergencies — but disability advocates warn it may offer a false sense of security without guaranteed support or follow-through.

#ADA #DisabilityRights #EmergencyPreparedness #AccessForAll

The image depicts a desktop scene featuring a stethoscope, a heart-shaped object, and metal cutouts of a family (two adults and a child). The headline reads "Big Promises on Prior Authorization Delays" in bold white text on a blue gradient background. Bottom banner reads "ADA NEWS" in red and gold.

UnitedHealthcare, Kaiser Permanente, and other major insurers have pledged to simplify the prior authorization process — a move that could impact over 250 million Americans.

Updates are expected by 2026.

#ADA #HealthAccess #InsuranceDelays

Happening Today! 🎉 Stop by anytime today between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM ET. Just check in at the door and be part of this powerful day of learning, connection, and celebration!

📍 Location:
Duquesne University School of Osteopathic Medicine
1305 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Informational graphic from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center titled “35 Years of Progress,” focused on employment. It contrasts “Before the ADA,” when disability-based discrimination was legal in many workplaces, with “Now,” where the ADA protects against discrimination and mandates reasonable accommodations for workers with disabilities. Includes a red label reading “Employment” and the ADA 35th anniversary logo.

35 Years of Progress #ADA35: Employment 🎉

#DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceEquity #AccessToWork

A person in a red-framed manual wheelchair rolls up an accessible ramp toward a building. In the background, a diverse group of professionals in business attire walks ahead. The bold white text over a blue gradient reads, “Spotlighting Progress: The Accessibility 100,” with a red banner below labeled “ADA NEWS.”

Forbes just released the inaugural Accessibility 100 list, highlighting changemakers across tech, business, and advocacy who are advancing equity and access for disabled communities.

#ADA35 #Accessibility100 #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters #EquityInAction

Promotional graphic for the ADA 35th Anniversary Celebration event, highlighting guest speaker Dr. Phillip R. Bryant, DO, FAAPMR. The design features his headshot and credentials, with event details including the title “Health Equity and Disability” and date/location: July 25, 2025, in Pittsburgh, PA. Partner logos from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, CLASS, Disability Pride Pennsylvania, Duquesne University, and UPMC are displayed at the bottom.

This Friday! 🎉

Don’t miss ADA 35: Health Equity and Disability Celebration happening this Friday, July 25, in Pittsburgh, PA!

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pittsburgh, PA
Register now: https://loom.ly/ff7N3kY

#ADA35 #InclusiveHealthcare

Promotional graphic for the ADA 35th Anniversary Celebration titled “Health Equity and Disability,” with bold text reading “Next Week!” The design features a large accessibility icon and logos from supporting organizations, including FISA Foundation, Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, CLASS, Disability Pride Pennsylvania, Duquesne University, and UPMC.

Only 7 days until ADA 35: Health Equity and Disability Celebration in Pittsburgh! 🎉

July 25, 2025
Pittsburgh, PA
Register now: https://loom.ly/ff7N3kY

#ADA35 #EqualAccess #BeyondBarriers

Graphic with a blue gradient background featuring a close-up of the Lady Justice statue holding balanced scales. Large white text reads: “Veteran Denied Accommodation for Service Dog, EEOC Sues.” A blue banner along the bottom displays “ADA RIGHTS” in white and yellow text.

The EEOC is suing Criswell Chevrolet for refusing to accommodate a decorated Marine Corps veteran with PTSD by allowing the use of his service dog. This case is a stark reminder that workplace disability rights are not optional—they’re protected by law.

#ADA #DisabilityRights #VeteransRights

Image features an informational graphic titled “35 Years of Progress” from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center. The content is focused on education. It contrasts the state of access “Before the ADA,” when students with disabilities were often excluded from post-secondary education or lacked supports, with “Now,” where access and opportunities have expanded across colleges, universities, vocational programs, and other post-secondary settings. The graphic includes the ADA 35th anniversary logo and a red label reading “Education.”

35 Years of Progress #ADA35: Education 🎉

#InclusiveEducation #DisabilityRights #EquityInEducation

A yellow, red, and blue graphic featuring a white square with a quotation mark icon and the quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” — Nelson Mandela. The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center logo is placed in the lower right corner.

Every big breakthrough starts with doubt.
But keep at it, the other side of impossible might be closer than you think.

#MotivationMonday #DisabilityRights #Progress #ADA

Graphic highlighting progress made under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) over 35 years. It contrasts “Before the ADA” — where buildings, sidewalks, and transit lacked curb cuts, ramps, or elevators — with “Now,” where most public spaces must meet accessibility standards. The image is labeled “Public Access” and features branding from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center and the ADA 35th Anniversary celebration.

35 Years of Progress #ADA35: Public Access 🎉

#AccessMatters #DisabilityRights #InclusionForAll

Stethoscope resting on a white surface beside blue cut-out figures of a family of four, representing healthcare access. The title “When Time Is Denied: The Deadly Cost of Insurance Delays” is displayed in bold white text on a blue gradient background. A red banner at the bottom reads “ADA News.”

A new NBC News investigation exposes how insurance red tape is standing between patients and potentially life-saving care. The Tennant family’s story is just one example of how prior authorization delays can cost more than time.

#ADA #HealthAccess #DisabilityRights

Modern library workspace with desktop computers on white tables, lime green chairs, and bookshelves in the background. A vertical blue banner on the left reads “ADA Resources” in bold yellow and white text.

The American Library Association has just released The Digital Accessibility Handbook for Libraries — a practical, easy-to-use guide designed to help libraries create accessible digital experiences for all users.

Read more: https://loom.ly/525pk3o

#DigitalAccessibility #InclusionMatters #ADA

Graphic for the ADA 35th Anniversary Celebration titled “Health Equity and Disability,” scheduled for July 25, 2025, in Pittsburgh, PA. The image features a large blue accessibility icon and logos from event partners, including FISA Foundation, Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, CLASS, Disability Pride Pennsylvania, Duquesne University, and UPMC. The design uses bold blue and red accents.

At ADA 35: Health Equity and Disability Celebration, you’ll explore hands-on exhibits featuring the latest in assistive technology and accessible healthcare.

July 25, 2025
Pittsburgh, PA
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Register now: https://loom.ly/ff7N3kY

#ADA35 #FutureIsAccessible #InnovationInclusion

Elderly woman smiling with white hair and pink sunglasses driving a car, wearing a seatbelt and waving. The left side of the image features a vertical blue bar with the yellow text “ADA RESOURCES.”

Aging doesn’t automatically mean unsafe driving—but it does call for honest reflection. This guide from the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center walks through key signs, safety tips, and resources to help older adults make informed decisions.

#ADA #DriverSafety #AgingAndDisability

Webinar Alert: Breaking Accessibility Barriers in Golf
July 2 | 2–3 PM ET

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the 2025 U.S. Adaptive Open Championship, with exclusive conversations with Cindy Lawrence and Kipp Popert, both USGA Adaptive Open champions. 🏌️

Register here: https://loom.ly/phK98iw

A smartphone lies on a dark surface with its screen displaying a bright red background and bold white text reading “911 Emergency Call” with a phone icon below. A vertical blue banner along the left side reads “ADA RESOURCES” in yellow and white text.

The FCC is proposing new rules to ensure that Next Generation 911 (NG911) services are accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.

https://www.fcc.gov/consumer-governmental-affairs/fcc-proposes-improved-accessibility-next-generation-911-networks

#NG911 #EmergencyAccess #ADA

A yellow binder labeled “Safety Procedures” rests on a desk, partially covered by a spiral notebook and pen. Overlay text reads: “When Safety Isn’t Accessible: Students Lead the Call for Change.” A blue banner along the bottom says “ADA Rights.”

Students with disabilities deserve to be safe in every emergency. A new Virginia law will require schools to create individualized emergency plans, thanks to student advocates who refused to be overlooked.
📖 Read the full story: https://loom.ly/akZYlqs
#ADA #DisabilityRights

A lit torch burns against a dark background, symbolizing strength and unity. The top left corner features bold white text that reads, “Lighting the Way for Inclusion.” A red banner at the bottom of the image displays “ADA NEWS” in white and yellow text.

The Special Olympics Pennsylvania Torch Run brought law enforcement officers and athletes together in a powerful show of unity.

Read the full story: https://loom.ly/ykvyVI0

#InclusionMatters #SpecialOlympics #ADA

A hand gently supports a purple paper cutout of a human head, which contains several gear shapes symbolizing mental processes. Bold white text on the top left reads, “Expanding Access to Mental Health Care: 2024 Policy Trends.” A blue bar along the bottom displays the label “ADA RIGHTS” in white and yellow text.

NAMI’s latest policy brief breaks down how states are improving mental health access through new legislation. From schools to insurance, states are working to close the care gap across six key areas:

Read more: https://loom.ly/Zqxwf0M

#MentalHealthPolicy #AccessToCare #DisabilityRights #NAMI #ADA

Promotional graphic for a free virtual event titled “Understanding and Supporting ADHD in the Workplace: From Awareness to Action,” scheduled for June 25, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. Logos for TransCen and the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center are displayed at the top. The background includes colorful sticky notes with simple outline drawings of people. The website ADAinfo.org is listed at the bottom.

Understanding and Supporting ADHD in the Workplace: From Awareness to Action

June 25, 2025
2:00 – 3:30 PM ET

Register today and take the next step from awareness to action! https://loom.ly/FDDEGZc

#ADHDAtWork #Neurodiversity #ADA #WorkplaceAccessibility #TransCen #MidAtlanticADACenter

A man in a wheelchair using a ramp to board a red city bus, assisted by a standing woman. The left side of the image includes a blue vertical banner with yellow text that reads "ADA RESOURCES."

Rural Virginia is showing how strategic mobility management can transform access. The RTC model demonstrates that engaging stakeholders and aligning resources can lead to a real, lasting impact.

#ADA #MobilityAccess #DisabilityRights #TransportationEquity

A smartphone rests on top of a closed laptop on a textured gray surface, symbolizing digital technology. A soft blue gradient overlays the image. In the upper left corner, bold white text reads, “Building a More Inclusive Digital Future.” At the bottom, a red banner displays the label “ADA NEWS” in white and yellow text.

Creating accessible technology isn’t a one-time fix—it’s an ongoing commitment. From web design to product development, accessibility must be integrated from the start and revisited often.

Read more: https://loom.ly/9Tla2zs

#AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveTech #ADA #DigitalInclusion #UXDesign

A close-up image of a person holding a DSLR camera with their finger on the shutter button. The camera lens is centered in the frame, reflecting small lights. Along the left side, a vertical blue banner reads “ADA RESOURCES” in bold yellow and white text.

Getty Images is teaming up with Verizon and the National Disability Leadership Alliance to shift how people with disabilities are portrayed, on screen and in print.

#DisabilityRepresentation #InclusiveMedia #ADA

Graphic titled "ADA Facts" from the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center. The image presents a myth and fact side by side. The myth reads: "The ADA forces employers to hire unqualified employees with disabilities." The fact clarifies: "Title I ensures equal opportunity, but employers are not required to hire someone unless they are qualified for the job. The law simply protects against discrimination."

Fact: Title I ensures equal opportunity, but employers are not required to hire someone unless they are qualified for the job. The law simply protects against discrimination.

#KnowYourRights #ADA #DiasabilityRights #ADAMyths

A close-up image of a person’s hand on the wheel of a manual wheelchair, positioned in an airport terminal with a blurred airplane in the background. Text reads: “Exploring the World with Accessibility in Mind” in bold white letters. The bottom banner reads “ADA NEWS” in red and gold.

Exploring the World with Accessibility in Mind

Traveling with a disability may take extra planning, but it can also open the door to discovery, community, and unforgettable moments.

Read the full article: https://loom.ly/HsdfKTg

#AccessibleTravel #DisabilityInclusion #ADA #InclusiveTourism

The image contains the text: "HHS Secretary's Autism Remarks Draw Criticism from Advocates and Parents." The background features a gradient blue sky above a light surface. Four colorful wooden hand shapes—red, blue, blue, and yellow—are arranged in a row along the bottom. The bottom band of the image reads "ADA NEWS" in white and yellow on a red background.

RFK Jr. called autism an “epidemic,” sparking backlash from advocates and parents who say his remarks fuel stigma. They're calling for inclusive, evidence-based conversations that center neurodivergent voices.

Read more: abcnews.go.com/GMA/Wellness...

#ADA #Neurodiversity