Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Resources
"The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities. The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability just as other civil rights laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. The ADA guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to enjoy employment opportunities, purchase goods and services, and participate in state and local government programs." Source
The ADA is broken up into five different sections, which are called titles. Different titles set out the requirements for different kinds of organizations.
- Employment
- State and Local Government Services
- Public Transit
- Businesses that are Open to the Public
- Telecommunications
- Other Important Requirements
Learn more about these requirements here.
Find information for people with disabilities, state and local governments, and businesses by clicking the button below.
The Minnesota Council on Disability (MCD) was established in 1973 to advise the Governor, state agencies, the state legislature, and the public on disability issues. Our vision is a barrier-free Minnesota where every person with a disability has full access to all areas of life. This vision is guided by the principles of:
- Accessibility
- Equity
- Independence
The Southwestern Center for Independent Living (SWCIL) is dedicated to working with and responding to the ever-changing needs of persons with disabilities in Southwestern Minnesota. We work to promote societal acceptance, inclusion, and equal access for all.
Our primary service area includes 10 counties in Southwestern Minnesota - Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock, and Yellow Medicine. We offer a wide array of services for individuals, businesses, and communities.