Celebrating the ADA: Sign the “Proclamation of Recommitment”

The ADA was crafted to reduce barriers, change perceptions and more fully include people with disabilities in their communities.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is having its 20th birthday on July 26,   2010!

In recognition of the passage of this landmark civil rights legislation,  the National ADA Symposium invites state and local governments, schools, colleges, businesses, organizations, service providers,  and  advocates to join their “Proclamation of Recommitment” to the spirit of the ADA campaign.

In the words from the proclamation,”The ADA has expanded opportunities for Americans with disabilities by reducing barriers and changing perceptions, increasing full participation in community life. However, the full promise of the ADA will only be reached if public entities remain committed in their efforts to fully implement the ADA.”

This is an opportunity for this nation to celebrate the freedom brought about by the passing of the ADA and to publicly reaffirm their support of an inclusive society.

You can become one of the “2010 by 2010″ by signing the Proclamation online, by email, or by fax.

Happy Birthday, ADA!