How to Know and Exercise Your Rights as a Person with a Disability
Order copies of free Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) materials., Join an alliance for Disability Awareness or become a member of Disability Independence., Network with organizations that serve as advocates for individuals with disabilities...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Order copies of free Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) materials.
You can get these from the U.S.
Department of Justice.
You can also call the ADA's 24-hour, toll-free number to listen to recorded information or to order information pertaining to disability rights over the phone.
The ADA offers its publications in standard print, large print, Braille, on audiotape or on a computer disk. -
Step 2: Join an alliance for Disability Awareness or become a member of Disability Independence.
There are many programs available to the disabled.
Joining an alliance is a great way to build your own awareness, advance your goals and secure your interest. , Nationally recognized organizations include Disabled World and the National Disability Rights Network.
These groups provide many resources and information, and they provide assistance to those with disabilities. , Subscribe to free monthly newsletters or to RSS feeds from organizations specializing in disability rights. -
Step 3: Network with organizations that serve as advocates for individuals with disabilities.
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Step 4: Check out Diversity World online for Disability and Employment resources.
Detailed Guide
You can get these from the U.S.
Department of Justice.
You can also call the ADA's 24-hour, toll-free number to listen to recorded information or to order information pertaining to disability rights over the phone.
The ADA offers its publications in standard print, large print, Braille, on audiotape or on a computer disk.
There are many programs available to the disabled.
Joining an alliance is a great way to build your own awareness, advance your goals and secure your interest. , Nationally recognized organizations include Disabled World and the National Disability Rights Network.
These groups provide many resources and information, and they provide assistance to those with disabilities. , Subscribe to free monthly newsletters or to RSS feeds from organizations specializing in disability rights.
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