The ADA is a very broad law that includes almost all parts of life in the U.S. It covers employment practices, access to public services and facilities, state and local government operations, transportation, education, service animals and more.
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X-Men, Champions of Disability?
I have an admission: I’m a nerd. I am at least nerdy enough to be aware that Marvel is rebooting the X-Men animated series soon with the show X-Men ’97 on Disney’s digital content platform.
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What's New in WCAG 2.2?
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, the latest iteration of the internationally recognized standards for web accessibility, brings forth some much-anticipated key updates
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Vocational Rehabilitation Business Relations Services for Businesses
For a number of businesses finding resources and support to help with the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities can feel like an overwhelming task. The Rocky Mountain ADA Center is a wonderful resource that provides
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One Step at a Time
The ADA has opened up so many opportunities for citizens with disabilities! Our communities have become more welcoming to those with mobility limitations, customers with service animals, and those who need effective communication.
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Ron Arthur
JD/MBA
Ron is the State Equal Opportunity Officer and the ADA Title II Coordinator for the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. He also serves as a member of the Rocky Mountain ADA Center Advisory Committee.
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When Title l would have made a big difference for me.
Title I of the ADA covers employment. My assumption is that having an equal opportunity to have a job is integral to being able to participate in society.
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The Effect of War and Politics Upon Persons with Disabilities
Even though many persons with disabilities may not have the opportunity to participate directly in the most featured, romanticized, glorified and wasteful events in history—war—they could continue to be “lost in the shuffle” caused by war
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Sharing My Experience with Disability
As we begin a new year, it’s a natural time to reflect on the past. This year has been particularly interesting for me since I made the decision to retire from Paralympic Cycling and join the ADA Center in a full-time capacity.