Event Details
ADA 35th Anniversary Commemoration Event
Sponsoring Organization: Disability Rights Connecticut
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
1:00-3:00 PM
No cost
ADA 35th Anniversary Commemoration Event Hosted by the CT State Independent Living Council and the CT Cross Disability Lifespan Alliance
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
1:00-3:00 PM
Legislative Office Building
Room 2E and 2nd Floor Atrium
300 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
Come and celebrate the hard work that led to the passage of the ADA and consider the challenges ahead to protect our civil rights and expand opportunities for people with disabilities.
Exhibitors in the Atrium will showcase advancements in accessibility to promote independent living. These include technology, accessible voting, and more!
Speakers include people with disabilities and legislators who can reflect on the ADA and current challenges.
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