Friday, August 2, 2024

HONORING A LEGACY WHILE LEARNING FROM JAPAN

MARK BOOKMAN AND THE 34TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ADA

It is fascinating that Japan does not have underlying legislation as strong as the ADA, but it has better access to essential public transit.

The lesson is that the ADA is a strong foundation, but true inclusion is only realized through a commitment to universal design.

We celebrated the ADA anniversary in July, but must realize we all have a responsibility to create a world where the built environment is accessible to people with disabilities.

This commitment, which pays huge dividends for society as a whole, is especially imperative on architects, planners, mobility engineers, builders, employers and government.

Let's make the world accessible to everyone.


To watch the trailer and learn more about GLIDE Fund -- a nonprofit in Mark Bookman’s honor “established to provide financial assistance to disabled students interested in education exchange experiences to foster an inclusive society in which anyone can lead an independent and self-determined life.” – visit:

https://www.glidefund.org/documentary

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