July is Disability Pride Month! In July of 1990, The American Disabilities Act was signed by President George H.W. Bush. This act broke barriers and prohibited discrimination against people with disabilities. The first Disability Pride Month was held in Boston the same year! Join us as we honor the history, strength, struggles, achievements, and experiences of the disability community this month! #HALOS #halosstrong #disabilitypridemonth
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Disability Pride Month occurs worldwide in July and has been celebrated in the UK since 2017, having originated in the United States to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in July 1990. Senior associate Lauren Atkinson and paralegal Rosa Fattorini explain the importance of Disability Pride Month in this article. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ezuyZfW8 #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityAwareness
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DYK the significance of the Disability Pride Flag? Our slider below unpacks the meaning for you & more... Why is this important to understand? B/c its Disability Pride Month and we all have a responsibility to combat ableism. ❗ Ableism - is a form of discrimination that places value on certain abilities over others. It means that bodies and minds are held to a standard based on what is considered "normal" or "able" in society. 💡 Because of ableism, people with disabilities are often isolated, less likely to be able to participate in community activities, and experience a myriad of barriers limiting their access to social, work and community activities. 💡 This can result in fewer job opportunities, lower average incomes, higher poverty rates and financial instability. 📣 To honour Disability Pride, I encourage you to reframe your thinking about Disability. Disability IS diversity. 🤝 Consider the Social Model of Disability which regards disability as resulting from external factors like the environmental barriers and discriminatory attitudes. i.e., People with disabilities are only disabled by the world in which they live in which was not designed to work for them. This changes our thinking and reinforces that it is all of our responsibility and within our power, to build equity and accessibility in our workplaces & beyond. #DisabilityPrideMonth #SocialModelofDisability #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #Equity #Belonging #Inclusion
Swipe to learn about the significance behind the Disability Pride Flag, its history, and how each colour represents different aspects of the disability community. Designed by Ann Magill in 2019 and updated in 2021 for better accessibility, this flag symbolizes solidarity, pride, and the diverse experiences of disabled individuals. Let's educate, amplify, and support the voices and organizations within the disability community for Disability Pride Month and beyond. #DisabilityPride
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Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Disability Pride Month started in 1990, soon after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This month is dedicated to honoring the journeys, achievements, and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, whether those disabilities are visible or not. My Employment Options, as advocates of diversity and inclusion, remains dedicated to assisting job seekers with disabilities in securing meaningful employment, not just in July but throughout the year. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #InclusionMatters #ADA #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityInclusion #RepresentationMatters
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July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the passing of the ADA 33 years ago. Read our latest blog post to learn about the history of the ADA and why the ADA does not cover disability housing protections or accommodations. https://lnkd.in/eckGhb9p #ADA #FairHousing #DisabilityPride #KnowYourRights #ReasonableAccomodation #ReasonableModifications #HousingDiscrimination #housingrights #opencommunities
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Disability Pride Month occurs worldwide in July and has been celebrated in the UK since 2017, having originated in the United States to commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in July 1990. Read more about Disability Pride Month here: https://lnkd.in/e3Fk9yYf #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityAwareness
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This July we celebrate Disability Pride Month and the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! At FCA, we see you for who you are and what you are capable of, knowing that our differences make us stronger. How are you celebrating this month? #WeAreFCA #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPrideMonth2024 #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride
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📢 July is Disability Pride Month! It includes the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act which passed on July 26, 1990 and is a time to recognize, celebrate, and honor the experiences of the disability community. 🖐 How do I do that as an ally? 👉 Being an ally could look like: - Becoming informed on local accessibility issues and advocating for change - Initiating more inclusive practices - Uplifting the voices of disabled folks sharing their experience - Learning more about the nuances of different disabilities - Breaking down your own bias and having related conversations with peers and family - Follow and engage with disability activists - Call out ableism and promote equity - And so much more! 🚨 Allyship and disability pride is not limited to one month, focus on sustainable practices that you can build on. #allyship #DisabilityPrideMonth
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Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. Why July? It marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society. https://smpl.is/9dajw #strategicmanagementlogistics #sml #virtualassistance #supportservices #virtualassistant #disabilitypridemonth #disabilityawareness
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Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. Why July? It marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society. https://smpl.is/9dajv #strategicmanagementlogistics #sml #virtualassistance #supportservices #virtualassistant #disabilitypridemonth #disabilityawareness
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Did you know? July is Disability Pride Month. While this is not recognized as a national holiday, July marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) legislation that opened the door to a more inclusive society. For some, Disability Pride Month is recognizing your disability and loving who you are for it; others celebrate the wins in learning to navigate their disability; or some show their support by just listening and elevating disabled voices. Take time this month to reflect, celebrate, and continue to uplift and include those with disabilities at work and in your community. #ADA #DisabilityPrideMonth #HRConsulting #DiversityAndInclusion
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