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AUCD Celebrates ADA31

July 6, 2021

Let's vaccinate all eligible people with disabilities by the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th! The ADA affects everyone, which is why we celebrate the anniversary of its signing every year.  The ADA was signed into law on July 26, 1990. We honor our leaders in the disability community who worked tirelessly for the passage of the ADA and look to our emerging leaders, many of whom have grown up after the ADA became law, to carry on the mission, hope, and vision of the ADA.

AUCD joins with other members of the civil rights community in celebrating the progress our society has made in the 31 years since the ADA and is committed to continuing the ongoing work needed to fulfill its promise of full inclusion for all members of all communities.


#VaccinateByADA: Let's vaccinate all eligible people with disabilities by the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th! AUCD's National Center on Disability in Public Health is excited to share new COVID-19 Vaccine Resources to promote vaccine confidence for people with disabilities, their families, and Direct Support Professionals.


Are you holding #VaccinateByADA events, launching new initiatives, etc.? 
Let us know! Email [email protected] or submit a promotion request to be featured and promote your events throughout the year. Check out the #VaccinateByADA news and events are happening throughout the network.


We at AUCD recognize the power of personal stories. They help to create a shared understanding of who we are and how we live our lives. They help us celebrate our successes and document our challenges.

Stories empower us. We will amplify your stories this year. Please share your ADA story!


We are excited to announce the new #AUCDsleeveup Tuesdays with Liz Contest! We are looking for short videos from persons with disabilities, their family members, and other friends of the disability community sharing why you got the COVID-19 vaccine! View Playlist of Submissions!