News & Events
Toolkit for Assessing Bus Stop Accessibility & Safety Two- Part Training Session
Accessibility specialist Don Kloehn will conduct a two-part training May 7 and May 21 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET on the use of Project ACTION's how-to manual which provides guidelines for optimal bus stop design.
Travel Training for Student Success: The Route to Achieving Post-Secondary Student Outcomes
New resource for secondary school educators from Easter Seals Project ACTION includes a booklet, slide shows, questionnaire and links to additional information to support young adults' needs for public transportation through travel training.
National Council on Disability (NCD) Releases Annual Report
On March 31, 2009 NCD released its annual report to the President and Congress calling for a new integrated approach to disability policy within the federal government. The report looks at many issues including access to health care, housing and technology, and negative public attitudes and stereotypes about people with disabilities. The complete report can be downloaded in Word format.
President Barack Obama's Comprehensive Agenda to Empower Individuals with Disabilities
People on the Move: Using All Transportation Options
Transportation Security Agency (TSA) Expands Family Lanes to Every Airport in America
Family Lanes are part of TSA's Diamond Self-Select program currently available at 48 airports. They allow families, individuals unfamiliar with air travel procedures and travelers with special needs to go through security at their own pace. Learn more about TSA's disability-related policies and procedures.