[Nfbf-l] {Disarmed} Fw: Equal Opportunity, Independence, Full Participation: The ADA Turns 21

[Carlos J MontasAS]

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Subject: Equal Opportunity, Independence, Full Participation: The ADA Turns 21


           
     
           
           
           
                        Presidential Proclamation -- 21st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act 
                       

                        via the White House (7.26.11): 

                        Generations of Americans with disabilities have improved our country in countless ways. Refusing to accept the world as it was, they have torn down the barriers that prohibited them from fully realizing the American dream. Their tireless efforts led to the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), one of the most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation in our Nation's history. On this day, we celebrate the 21st anniversary of the ADA and the progress we have made, and we reaffirm our commitment to ensure equal opportunity for all Americans....


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                        Without Work, We Can't be Free
                       


                        Today is the 21st anniversary of the greatest day in history for Americans with disabilities.  The ADA was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990.   



                        Our great leader, Tony Coelho, was the author of the ADA; in addition to the significant impact on Americans with disabilities, the ADA has influenced the creation of similar laws in other countries throughout the world.



                        The ADA has ensured improved access for Americans with disabilities. Although, 21 years later, we still suffer the greatest unemployment of all groups in America.   



                        Over 70% of Americans with disabilities are not even counted as labor force participants.  During the recent recession, Americans with disabilities were leaving the labor force at more than 10 times the rate of the non-disabled work force.



                        So often, people ask me for suggestions about how to celebrate the ADA anniversary and what can be done at their companies.  I have the answer - hire someone.   



                        This ADA anniversary, make it a reality and hire a person with a disability.  Don't wait.



                        Without work, Americans with disabilities will never, ever be free in this country.  I know a lot of people who are ready, willing and able to work!!



                        Best,



                        Joyce Bender

                        AAPD Board Chair  
                       
                 
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                        On ADA Anniversary, Obama Stresses Importance of 508 Compliance to Improve Employment for PWD   
                       
                        via the White House (7.26.11):  
                       
                          

                        Today, following on other steps already taken, the Obama Administration announced new efforts that will continue to support increased employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and will also help make the government more open and accessible to all citizens.  



                        Specifically, the administration is working to release a draft comprehensive strategic plan to improve compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act....

                          
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