Northeast ADA Center

Don't miss this upcoming webinar from our friends at Great Lakes ADA Center, "Designing Streets for Everyone: Requirements, Research, and Guidance on the Use of Tactile Walking Surface Indicators for Pedestrians with Vision Disabilities."
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time Zone.
Registration: bit.ly/4ve4166.
Registration closes one day before the webinar or when it reaches capacity.
Description:
The complexity of the built environment poses numerous and evolving wayfinding and other accessibility challenges for pedestrians with vision disabilities. Tactile Walking Surface Indicators (TWSI) are one tool that can be used to improve accessibility and safety within public-rights-of-way. This webinar will cover existing requirements and will then aim to demonstrate the considerable research evidence that supports the recommendations for the design and use of TWSI.

Remember to register for our upcoming webinar, "Designing Streets for Everyone: Requirements, Research, and Guidance on the Use of Tactile Walking Surface Indicators for Pedestrians with Vision Disabilities."

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time Zone.
Registration: bit.ly/4ve4166.
Registration closes one day before the webinar or when it reaches capacity.

Description:
The complexity of the built environment poses numerous and evolving wayfinding and other accessibility challenges for pedestrians with vision disabilities. Tactile Walking Surface Indicators (TWSI) are one tool that can be used to improve accessibility and safety within public-rights-of-way. This webinar will cover existing requirements and will then aim to demonstrate the considerable research evidence that supports the recommendations for the design and use of TWSI.

Today, we introduce you to our affiliate in New Jersey- Resources for
Independent Living (RIL).
RIL is an independent living center serving multiple counties in southern New Jersey.
Its mission is to provide individuals with disabilities the means for self-choice, self-direction, and self-reliance in an inclusive society.
👉 Visit County Resources for Independent Living, Inc RILNJ’s website for more information on what they offer: https://rilnj.org/

Today, we introduce you to our affiliate in Puerto Rico - Movimiento Para El Alcance de Vida Independiente-MAVI .

MAVI is an independent living center serving Puerto Rico.
It supports the independence, equality, and inclusion of people with disabilities in the community.

👉 Visit MAVI's website for more information on everything they offer: https://mavi-pr.org/

Let us introduce you to our affiliate in the US Virgin Islands - Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands!

DRCVI is the protection and advocacy agency for the US Virgin Islands.
It works to provide legal advocacy services for people with disabilities living in the territory.
👉 Visit DRCVI's website for more information on everything they offer: https://www.drcvi.org/

📣 New Fact Sheet Alert! Web and Mobile App Accessibility
at Colleges and Universities

👉 Link to read more:https://s3.amazonaws.com/production-northeastada-org/local/en/NotheastADA-Fact-sheet-2026-Web-App-Accessibility-Higher-Ed.pdf

Today we remember and honor all who served and sacrificed for our freedom. 🇺🇸

What was the ADA Amendments Act of 2008?
The act broadened the definition of disability in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It stated that a "bodily function" is a life activity and gave examples. It also clarified the ADA prohibition of employment discrimination.
👉 For more information on the Amendments Act go to: https://northeastada.org/resource/ada-amendments-act-adaaa

Today we celebrate 15 years of Global Accessibility Awareness Day — a reminder that accessibility is not a feature, it’s a foundation. Digital accessibility creates opportunities, removes barriers, and ensures everyone can participate fully in our connected world.

Let’s continue building experiences that work for everyone — not just today, but every day. Visit the GAAD website for more tips and resources:
https://accessibility.day/

GAAD Thursday, May 15, 2025, help us celebrate the 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.

Service Animals and Business. 🐕
Visit our Service Animal in Public Spaces website for more information: https://serviceanimalquestions.org/

Will you be having a picnic this weekend?!

"Accessible Picnic Tables"
Remember that 5%, or at least one table, must be accessible. Which means:
Located on an accessible route with at least 36 inches of clearance surrounding the table.
Table height is between 28 and 34 inches above the ground.
Sufficient space to comfortably sit at the table. Provide knee clearance at least 30 inches wide with 27 inches of clearance underneath the table. Toe clearance must be at least 9 inches high and 17 inches deep.

If you have questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact us at 800-949-4232