The ADA
impacts a wide array of federal civil rights, but its largest impact is on the
built environment.
America is
about diversity and we celebrate civil rights achievements.
Since the
Americans with Disabilities Act is turning 30 this year, every city/non-profit/built
environment organization is planning a big observance, right?
Wrong.
About the
only thing I have found to praise so far is the New York City Chapter of the American
Institute of Architects dedicating most of its quarterly publication to
exploring aspects of accessibility.
"In
2020, the ADA celebrates its 30th Anniversary. At AIA New York, we would like
to challenge our community to think more inclusively and creatively about how
our projects can embrace and celebrate accessibility and inclusivity," the
Letter from the Editor states in Oculus.
Most of the
readers of my blog are urban designers, town planners, mobility engineers,
landscape architects, architects, sustainability consultants and advocates for people
with disabilities.
Please,
demand that your professional organization stages a display, roundtable chat or
other event the observes the ADA.
Make sure
your local government is marking the 30th anniversary.
Ask that the
professional publication of your society publish articles that explore the
highs and lows of inclusive design.
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