Nominate a White House Champion of Change for Disability Advocacy

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a landmark civil rights law that promises equal access and equal opportunity — regardless of ability.  The ADA’s legacy can be seen everywhere, whether you’re using a curb cut as you cross the street, using a sign language to catch every lyric at a concert, or receiving reasonable accommodations to do your most efficient work possible.  While the Federal government has led many efforts to implement the ADA to the fullest extent possible, much of the success of the ADA is due to the persistence of long-time state and local disability advocates who have advanced inclusion in their communities.

Despite the many successes of the ADA, non-discrimination, full inclusion, equal opportunity are still not a reality for many individuals with disabilities.  Thankfully, there are numerous Americans with disabilities who are working to uphold and expand the spirit of the ADA whether it’s getting disability history taught in their colleges or ensuring that social media is accessible.  Help identify and honor both long-time local disability rights advocates and young leaders with disabilities who are dedicated to disability advocacy and advancing the legacy of the ADA for the next 25 years.

Nominees may include:

Leaders who advocate for equal employment of people with disabilities
Advocates who work to improve accessible public transit
Citizens who fight for the creation of barrier free programs and public spaces
Community members who create innovative ways to make communication accessible
Leaders who help organize efforts for greater inclusion of students with disabilities in higher education settings

by midnight Thursday, June 18 (be sure to choose Americans with Disabilities Act in the “Theme of Service” field of the nomination form).