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| July is Disability Pride Month. The occasion celebrates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. July 26 marks the 36th anniversary of the signing of the ADA. This year’s theme is The World Works Better with Us. |
Provider & Community Stakeholder Forum Takes Place July 24
The next Joint Provider and Community Stakeholder Forum takes place on Friday, July 24, 12:00 – 1:30 pm via Zoom. The topic for this meeting is End-of-Life Planning.
Log-in Details
Topic: DDS Community & Provider Forum
Date & Time: July 24, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Meeting ID: 838 4366 9864
Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/
For ASL Interpretation Services
- The video camera on your device must be on.
- Look for and click on ASL.
- Select the chat box or thumbnail to lock your screen on ASL Interpretation.
- If you experience any issues, please contact us via the chat box.
For Translation Services
To request spoken language interpretation, please get in touch with dds.languageservices@dc.
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Celebrate the ADA with the Arts
The Office of Disability Rights, Office of Human Rights, DD Council, DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, DC Public Library, and Arts Enables invite you to enjoy an evening of creativity, community, and connection at:
Access to Expression:
Celebrating Inclusive Arts
Wednesday, July 22 Ι 5 – 7 pm
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
901G St. NW Ι 5th Floor
The event commemorates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and features:
- A panel discussion on building a more inclusive arts community
- A vibrant art exhibit
- A hands-on interactive art
activity
- Inclusive and accessible community resources
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/3cbdycfj
For reasonable accommodation requests, please email Shelley.CarrBrown@dc.gov by July 17, 2026.
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SMART Home Exhibit
The DC Assistive Technology Program and the DC Public Library Access Center will showcase the latest Smart technology designed to make everyday home activities easier.
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
901G St. NW Ι 1st Floor, New Books
Sensory Note: There will be hands-on participation. ASL Interpretation will be provided throughout the event. To request a reasonable accommodation for this program, please contact DCPLaccess@dc.gov or call 202-727-2142.
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