New Resources and Information on the ADA
News, Resources, and other Information on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
These are Internet links to news stories, resources, and other information related to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Some of these web links are to online news sources so the news articles may only be available for a short time.
- The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) has a new JAN E-News available - This issue has suggestions for a workplace "onboarding" process, accommodations ideas for employees who are deaf-blind, and interview tips for new graduates with Autism Spectrum Disorders. You can also find out more about JAN's activities and their upcoming events and trainings.
- The April issue of the Great Lakes Chronicle is available online - The April edition of the the Great Lakes Chronicle include news from the federal agencies: EEOC, Access Board, and DOJ. Take a look at the "From the ADA Expert" Column, the Q & A addresses the "association" provision of the ADA and employment.
- The U.S. Access Board posts March/April issue of Access Currents - This issue of Access Currents, the U.S. Access Board provides some updates on their activities and other news of interests on the ADA.
- The Department of Justice to host free webinars on Pools and 2010 ADA Standards - The U.S. Department of Justice will host two free webinars this month to answer questions about the 2010 ADA Standards and swimming pools. There will be two sessions: May 2nd for Title 3 entities, and May 9th for Title 2 entities.
- Great Lakes ADA Center has a new issue of the Accessible Technology Bulletin available online - The Bulletin provides updates on issues and events around accessible technology (hardware, software and even web applications). There are short articles on PDF Accessibility and Section 508.
- The 2011-2012 ADA Audio Conference Season is halfway over (but still some very good sessions coming up) - There are several good sessions coming up including Emergency Planning, Accessible Parking, ADA Update, and Polling Place Accessibility. Take a look at the UPCOMING schedule so you can put it on your calendar now. (Attend at one of our 11 Indiana locations, or register online for the webinar version.)
- The March issue of the Great Lakes Chronicle is available online - In addition to news and updates from the Federal agencies, the Great Lakes ADA Center provides an overview of the regulations and technical assistance on swimming pools, wading pools, and spas. The "From the ADA Expert" answers a question from a public library concerning service animals in training.
- The U.S. Access Board posts a new issue of Access Currents - This issue of Access Currents provides some updates on the rules, standards, and guidelines being developed by the U.S. Access Board.
- The ADA National Network announces a Free Webinar Series on the ADA for Hotels and other Lodging Entities - In preparation for the March 15, 2012 effective date of the new ADA lodging requirements, the ADA National Network, the American Hotel & Lodging Association, and the Asian American Hotel Owners Association announce a free six-part webinar series for the hospitality sector. The series begins on Wednesday, February 15th.
- Great Lakes ADA Center announces new schedule for Accessible Technology Webinar Series - The Great Lakes ADA Center and Pacific ADA Center, on behalf of the ADA National Network, had opened up registration for the 2012 Accessible Technology Webinar Series. Topics include web accessibility, CVAA, Mobile Accessibility, and more. The sessions are free but registration is required.
