ADA 35 Rally

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 ADA35 Rally
July 24, 2025
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fulton County Government Center Atrium
141 Pryor Street SW
Atlanta, GA 30303

 

July 26, 2025, marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This groundbreaking legislation was signed into law on July 26, 1990, and has positively affected many aspects of daily life for people with disabilities. The ADA added disability as a protected civil rights category—one that, unlike race or national origin, anyone could join at any time during their lives.

Meaningful advancements in disability awareness and inclusion require more than mere solidarity. Actual progress requires action and an unceasing desire to explore all possibilities. The ADA has opened many doors for individuals to participate in everyday life, including visiting public spaces, recreation, and employment. At Fulton County, we continually assess our programs and public spaces to ensure they are accessible to all abilities. Through the Reasonable Accommodation process guaranteed by the ADA, individuals with disabilities can request alterations in rules, policies, practices, or physical spaces necessary because of their disability to ensure they can have an equal opportunity to enjoy the same benefits of society. Our Reasonable Accommodation process is open for employees with disabilities to utilize to keep them successful in their positions.

On April 15, 1992, the Fulton County Commission on Disability Affairs (CODA) was established by a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners to identify and review factors in Fulton County that most directly affect the quality of life for persons with disabilities. CODA provides information to the Board of Commissioners, the Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance (DCRC), and the community in general in meeting the mandates of state and federal laws relating to persons with disabilities.

In celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Fulton County Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance (DCRC), in collaboration with the Fulton County Commission on Disability Affairs (CODA), is gearing up to recognize this upcoming milestone by hosting a resource expo in the summer, with the acceptance of a proclamation ahead of the July 26 national celebration.

For more information on the Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance, click here.

For more information on the Commission on Disability Affairs, click here.

DCRC invites you to share #ThanksToTheADA and join other virtual events hosted by visiting the national Americans with Disabilities Act website.
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To learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act, its protections, and related guidance, visit the ADA National Network, the Southeast ADA Center, or the Job Accommodation Network (JAN). 


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