Jerri Davison and Savannah Bradley of the Pacific ADA Center with our research partners from the University of Guam at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting. The University of Guam presented a poster about our joint research project.

November is National Family Caregivers Month! The 2025 theme "Plug-in to Care" focuses on helping caregivers easily “plug in” to vital support tools, trusted networks, and educational resources that can make the caregiving journey easier. #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #PlugInToCare

Ready to learn more about how the ADA defines a major life activity? Our fact sheet, "Definitions of a Disability" covers this question and more. Visit our website to get started here: https://adata.org/factsheet/ada-definitions #ADA #Disability #PwD

Digital Accessibility Tip: Avoid “Click Here” Links ✅ Good: “Download the ADA fact sheet” 🚫 Not: “Click here” Descriptive links help people using screen readers or keyboard navigation understand where the link goes. #ADA #DigitalAccessibility #AccessibilityTipTuesday

The ADA National Network is open and taking calls and emails to answer your questions about the ADA! We are here to provide information, training, and guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact us via phone at 1-800-949-4232 or email at https://adata.org/email.

The Pacific ADA Center is accepting proposals for our 2026 Virtual Conference Beyond Compliance: Equity, Access, and the ADA!! We are looking for engaging sessions focused on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Learn more and submit your proposal here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026-ADA-C...

Our Deputy Director Jan Garrett and Community Outreach and Programs Manager Savannah Bradley recently presented at the California JPIA Annual Risk Management Education Forum about ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plans. The session detailed the purpose of ADA self-evaluations and transition plans.

Digital Accessibility Tip: Accessible PDFs When you share PDFs, make sure they are accessible. ✅ Use real text, not scanned images ✅ Add headings and tags for screen readers ✅ Check reading order Accessible PDFs allow people with disabilities to use your documents fully. #DigitalAccessibility

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and this year marks 80 years of celebrating the talents of workers with disabilities. Learn more about employment and ADA basics here: adata.org/employment-r... #NDEAM80 #ADA

Today we celebrate International Day of Sign Languages, recognizing the importance of sign languages in connecting people and strengthening communities. Learn more about your communication rights under the ADA on our website: www.adapacific.org/your-communi... #SignLanguagesDay #IWDP

Use CamelCase for hashtags. Capitalize the first letter of each word so screen readers can read them correctly. ✅ Example: #SocialMediaTips 🚫 Not: #socialmediatips CamelCase helps everyone read your hashtags more easily. #ADA #DigitalAccessibility #AccessibilityTipTuesday

Join our upcoming webinar, ADA National Network Learning Session: Creating Inclusive Medical Environments on August 28 at 11:30 AM PT. Register for the webinar here: www.adapacific.org/event/ada-na... Live captioning will be available. Submit accommodation requests August 21, 2025.

Write your posts in plain language so everyone can understand them. When your writing is clear and simple, more people can engage with your content. Learn more about how to write in plain language here: centerondisability.org/plain-langua...

Back by popular demand! Watch our latest webinar Ask Your ADA & Health Care Questions, on YouTube and get answers to your questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and health care. Watch the full webinar here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbpO...

Always add alt text to images that you share on social media. Alt text is a short description that tells people what is in the image. It helps people who use screen readers understand your post. Alt text should describe the image clearly and briefly. #AccessibilityTipTuesday

What is the disability community saying about the ADA, 35 years later? People are celebrating access, mobility, independence, and the civil rights the ADA protects. The message is clear: we’ve made progress, but there’s still a lot of work to be done. #ADA35

We had a great time celebrating the ADA’s 35th Anniversary yesterday at the San Francisco Office of Disability & Accessibility! Our Deputy Director Jan, and our summer intern Forest had a great time participating in yesterday's festivities. #ADA35

Are you wondering if you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Watch our latest YouTube video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KARh... Learn more about what counts as a disability, what your rights are, and how the ADA can protect your rights.

(1/2) Join us to celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and learn about your ADA rights in the "Know Your ADA Rights!" webinar on Friday, July 25th at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MDT.

Want to keep learning about disability rights beyond the ADA 35th Anniversary? Subscribe to the Pacific ADA Center’s email list! You can choose what topics you want and unsubscribe anytime. Stay informed, stay involved. Sign up here: www.adapacific.org/subscribe/

Everyone should be able to engage with online content. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires federal digital content to be accessible. Accessible design is good design. Make sure your content is inclusive, easy to understand, and usable by more people. #ADA35

Celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by joining events across Region 9 this July. From webinars to community conversations and advocacy panels, there are many ways to reflect, learn, and connect. View the list of events here: www.adapacific.org/ada-35th-ann...

Cool accessibility news! When "Sinners" makes its streaming debut, it will be "the first movie on a streaming platform that will also be available in Black American Sign Language at the time of its digital release when it hits HBO Max on the Fourth of July" www.motherjones.com/media/2025/0...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark civil rights law passed in 1990. It protects the rights of people with disabilities and ensures they have equal access to all areas of life. Now, on the 35th anniversary, we continue to build on that progress. Photo by Tom Olin.

Disability Pride Month begins today! Every July, we celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of people with disabilities. This year’s Disability Pride Month theme is “We Belong Here, and We’re Here to Stay.” See celebrations happening in our region: www.adapacific.org/ada-35th-ann...

Part of the @pacificada.adata.org's celebrations for the 35th anniversary of the ADA include a webinar July 16th, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT! "What Are Your Rights as a Person with a Disability?" is a free webinar, registration required. Visit our website to learn more: adata.org/event/ada-lu... #ADA35

Have a question about your rights or responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Whether you're an individual, employer, business, or service provider, we offer free, confidential technical assistance. Submit your question here: www.adapacific.org/ask-us/

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act sets federal standards for digital accessibility. Simple practices like adding alt text, using readable fonts, contrasting colors, and avoiding flashing images can improve usability for more people.

Register for upcoming accessibility webinars and events. Hear from experienced presenters, learn practical tips, and explore new ways to think about accessibility. #ADAWebinar

We are all human beings who want to be heard, and that means letting everyone have as much time as they need to speak...” - Taro Alexander, Founder of the Stuttering Association for the Young. #SLHMonth #Disability #DisabledSky

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) psychiatric disabilities are protected under the law, ensuring people have the right to request reasonable accommodations. Accommodations can include modified work schedules, remote access to therapy, flexible deadlines, or changes to testing methods.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disabled people have the right to accessible transportation, a key part of independence and community participation. Illustration Credit: Disabled & Here

Join the Great Plains ADA Center and the Southeast ADA Center in Atlanta, June 15–18, as we celebrate 35 years of progress under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Learn more, view the full schedule, and explore continuing education opportunities here: gpadacenter.org/national-ada...

Did you know that real-time captioning and telephone relay services are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? These services are known as effective communication under the ADA and ensure equal communication access for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing.

Register the ADA National Network's webinar ADA Legal Update: Disability-Related Retaliation, Harassment, and Bullying in employment, education, public service and public accommodation settings, happening tomorrow! Register for the webinar here: www.adapacific.org/event/ada-le...

"New features include Accessibility Nutrition Labels on the App Store, Magnifier for Mac..." Read more from Apple on Global Accessibility Awareness Day about their upcoming accessible features here: www.apple.com/newsroom/202... #GAAD #GAAD2025 #Accessibility

Today marks the 14th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! This day is about fostering conversations and reflecting on how we can create more inclusive spaces for the more than one billion people with disabilities around the world. #GAAD2025 #DigitalAccessibility

In 2024, the ADA National Network and the Regional ADA Centers helped 12,832 people by answering questions and giving technical assistance about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The regional ADA Center's also provided trainings 75,125 people about topics relating to the ADA.

The ADA turns 35 this year! Help us measure its impact—what’s working, and what still needs to change. Take our quick, anonymous survey to share your experience and help shape future policy! survey.alchemer.com/.../ADA-Impa...

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees protection for individuals with speech and hearing disabilities. We recognize the work that has made equal access to communication possible for everyone. Photo by: Disabled & Here

Did you miss our Lunch and Learn Webinar on Effective Communication? Watch it now on our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/watch?featur... Learn about effective communication, how it is important, and how the ADA protects your rights. #ADAWebinar

Beyond the Minimums: Accessibility Webinar Series / Part 2: Disability Awareness Panel: Thoughtfully Supporting the Needs of Individuals with Disabilities in Your Programs and Services. Learn more and register here: education.playcore.com/p/ada-part-2...

Proposed changes to federal funding could impact programs and services for people with disabilities. Learn more about how proposed ACL budget cuts could affect the disability community here: centerondisability.org/help-us-stop...

Watch our webinar co-hosted with the ADA National Network on Accessible Medical Care and Long Term Care Facilities on our YouTube Channel: youtu.be/LN5wyPfA4ok...

In the mood for some ADA training? We've got you covered with some awesome events over the next few months! Learn more in our recent article about upcoming opportunities! #ADASymposium2025 conta.cc/3RUg1Yw

Today is National American Sign Language (ASL) Day! Today we celebrate the history and significance of ASL. Join us in honoring ASL and the many ways it continues to shape and enrich lives! #NationalASLDay #AmericanSignLanguage

Join us for our upcoming webinar with the California Commission on Disability Access (CCDA) The Business Owners & Operators Guide to Accessible Parking. Register now⤵️ us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #AccessibleParking #ADAWebinar

Accessible Electronic Communication in Healthcare Settings hosted by the ADA National Network. Topics will include, ADA requirements, assistive technology, digital accessibility, and practical tools to improve communication. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #ADAWebinar

Learn about Listos California Emergency Preparedness Campaign from our webinar on Youtube: youtu.be/SBrOPVSQWXM?... This webinar highlights the efforts of this ground breaking approach to whole community preparedness and efforts that are more accessible and effective for target populations.

Learn how everyday people became trailblazers, demanding equal rights and access for all. Learn the story behind what led to in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990. Watch the film Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act here: www.pbs.org/wgbh/america...