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When the ADA Does Not Apply

 

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ADA Misconceptions

Common misconceptions about the ADA.

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The Origins of “Disability” and its Application Under the ADA

A look at the origins of the word disability, and its application within the ADA.

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Website Accessibility - The Murky Waters

Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any public accommodation. Does this mean your website too?

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Things Are Not Always What They Seem

The ADA has now been the law of the land for almost 30 years. There are still gaps in services, communications, transportation, and facility access. But there has been much progress made!

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Welcoming individuals with Disabilities to the Rocky Mountain Region

The Rocky Mountain Region is a big beautiful place that is becoming accessible to all.

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Evaluating Website Accessibility – Best Practice: WCAG 2.0 or 2.1?

Recently, I received the following request for clarification: I’m interested in any info you guys can provide on WCAG 2.1 guidelines. I’ve always been referencing WCAG 2.0 when discussing accessibility internally or externally. I’ve started to see clients reference a WCAG 2.1 standard over the last few weeks. I know things change quickly…just wondering if 2.1 is the new standard and when you guys expect/know that it will go into effect?

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Crafting the Message

The 2020 elections are around the corner and I believe it is time for people with disabilities to step up and craft the messages we want to hear from candidates.  It is our responsibility to demand that talking points are not always about us being

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Labor Pains

The first Monday in September is the annual American holiday called Labor Day. It’s commonly celebrated with picnics, parades, cook-outs, retail sales, and for many, a day off from work. Kind of ironic.

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A Common Sense Approach to the ADA

I have been with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center for almost two years. In my time, I've learned the importance of giving a voice to individuals with disabilities who need accessibility.