With support, people can overcome even severe disabilities while maximizing their abilities and lead fulfilling and productive lives. This journal presents some aspects of such efforts. We hope you will enjoy reading about the Americans with Disabilities law and about the programs underway to help turn disabilities into abilities, from accommodation to technology and medical research. Opening opportunities and removing barriers to people with disabilities is a work in progress, but as you will see in some of these articles, the results can be truly inspiring.
An expert on the Americans with Disabilities Act discusses the implementation of the law, including important court cases.
Cities and towns have responded to the Americans with Disabilities Act by providing a variety of services and resources for citizens with disabilities.
The Americans with Disabilities Act places a number of requirements on businesses. This article discusses how companies have responded and benefited.
This article describes the special cultural and social conditions that affect American Indians with disabilities and programs to help address some of the challenges.
From hiring and training employees to product development, the Microsoft Corporation is a leader in serving people with disabilities.
The Waisman Center is a great source for navigating the immense resources of the internet.
The initiative is part of a nationwide effort to remove barriers to community living for Americans with disabilities.
Celebrating those with disabilities who have jobs, as well as addressing the barriers to their employment.
The Call to Action identifies goals to help people with disabilities experience full, rewarding, and healthy lives.
U.S. public schools are expected to address all children's needs and to help them reach their full potential.
With adult guidance children with and without disabilities can form friendships that enrich both parties.
An interagency coordinating council works to integrate the needs and talents of people with disabilities.
U.S. embassies serve U.S. citizens with disabilities as well as sponsor educational programs abroad about disability.
One innovative project looks at using American Sign Language via the internet.
Rethinking playgrounds has made them accessible to children with disabilities and safer for all, and has created places where all children can play together.
This gallery shows successes of building on the progress of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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