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  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Documents: Ready, Set, Check Access

    Cost: Free

    When
    May 28, 202610:00am to 11:00am Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Communication
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    University of Kentucky Human Development Institute
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    The 4th Thursday ADA Talks are monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability rights, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). In This 4th Thursday ADA Talk: Documents abound online, in print, and in everyday communications. Discover practical points to prep and process access in structure and design, plus check your progress to providing access for people with disabilities whether a publication, presentation, post, or picture. Digital Access Matters! Think and learn more throughout the year and on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) celebrated each year on the third Thursday of May.  Registration: Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Fair Housing and Disability Rights for Tenants with Disabilities

    Cost: Free

    When
    May 5, 20261:00pm to 2:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Other Topics
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    Able South Carolina, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    In This Webinar: get practical guidance on the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and disability rights for tenants with disabilities, including reasonable accommodations, accessibility requirements, and protections against discrimination in renting, buying, or living in housing. NOTE: Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL). Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: Able South Carolina, Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Tales from the Technical Assistance (TA) Line

    Cost: Free

    When
    May 5, 20261:00pm to 2:00pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Virtual
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Other Topics
    Regional Participants
    Region 2 – Northeast ADA Center
    Accessibility Features
    Open or Closed Captions
    Additional accommodations can be requested during registration.

    Presenters: Joe Zesski, Program Manager Northeast ADA Center | Jennifer Perry, Access Specialist Northeast ADA Center Join the Northeast ADA Center's technical assistance team to learn about commonly asked questions and tricky technical assistance requests that they have received over the years. This webinar will feature a variety of ADA issues on topics from employment, to service animals, to education, to effective communication, accessible websites, and more. The team will share specific cases, the questions asked, and how the team responded. It's an opportunity to learn how to think through situations where the ADA is involved.

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    ADA and Voting Rights

    Cost: Free

    When
    Apr 23, 202610:00am to 11:00am Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    ADA Basics
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    University of Kentucky Human Development Institute
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    The 4th Thursday ADA Talks are monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability rights, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). In This 4th Thursday ADA Talk:  Explore the intersection of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and voting rights, focusing on ensuring equitable access to the voting process for people with disabilities. You will learn about key federal laws that protect voting access, including the ADA, Voting Rights Act, and Help America Vote Act (HAVA), plus how these laws apply to polling places, voter registration, and election communications. This webinar will highlight common barriers faced by voters with disabilities, such as inaccessible polling locations, transportation challenges, communication barriers, and inaccessible voting equipment, and provides practical strategies for removing them. You will also gain a better understanding of reasonable modifications and effective communication, and how to ensure inclusive civic participation on election day. This webinar is designed for advocates, election officials, community organizations, and anyone interested in promoting accessible and inclusive elections. You will leave with practical tools, knowledge of voting rights under the ADA, and resources to support voters with disabilities and strengthen access to the voting process. Registration:  Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Webinar Series: Fair Housing and Disability Rights Part 2

    Cost: Free

    When
    Mar 31, 20261:00pm to 2:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Other Topics
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    Able South Carolina
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    Two webinars (each 1.5 hours) Part 1 of 2: Tuesday – March 17, 2026 Time (1.5 hours): 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. [Eastern] / 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. [Central] Part 2 of 2: Tuesday – March 31, 2026 Time (1.5 hours): 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. [Eastern] / 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. [Central] In This Webinar Series People with disabilities continue to face barriers when trying to secure and maintain housing. The Fair Housing Act (FHA) is one of the most important federal civil rights laws protecting individuals with disabilities from housing discrimination. This two-part webinar series is designed to help service providers understand these protections and how to support the people they serve.   Through this series, participants will learn how the Fair Housing Act applies to disability-related housing issues, including reasonable accommodations, accessibility requirements, and protections against discrimination in renting, buying, or living in housing. The webinars will also provide practical guidance on identifying potential fair housing violations and helping individuals assert their rights. Note: Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: Able South Carolina, Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    ADA Title I: Employment Protections

    Cost: Free

    When
    Mar 26, 202610:00am to 11:00am Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Employment
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    University of Kentucky Human Development Institute
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    The 4th Thursday ADA Talks are monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability rights, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). In This 4th Thursday ADA Talk:  Get an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title I  and what the ADA requires of an employer. Discover how to address reasonable accommodations and examples of hiring initiatives to include people with disabilities. Registration:  Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.     

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Webinar Series: Fair Housing and Disability Rights Part 1

    Cost: Free

    When
    Mar 17, 20261:00pm to 2:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Other Topics
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    Able South Carolina
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    Two webinars (each 1.5 hours) Part 1 of 2: Tuesday – March 17, 2026 Time (1.5 hours): 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. [Eastern] / 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. [Central] Part 2 of 2: Tuesday – March 31, 2026 Time (1.5 hours): 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. [Eastern] / 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. [Central] In This Webinar Series People with disabilities continue to face barriers when trying to secure and maintain housing. The Fair Housing Act (FHA) is one of the most important federal civil rights laws protecting individuals with disabilities from housing discrimination. This two-part webinar series is designed to help service providers understand these protections and how to support the people they serve.   Through this series, participants will learn how the Fair Housing Act applies to disability-related housing issues, including reasonable accommodations, accessibility requirements, and protections against discrimination in renting, buying, or living in housing. The webinars will also provide practical guidance on identifying potential fair housing violations and helping individuals assert their rights. Note: Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: Able South Carolina, Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Is That a Service Animal? What Rights Apply Where

    Cost: Free

    When
    Mar 3, 20261:00pm to 2:00pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Webinar
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Service Animals
    Regional Participants
    Region 2 – Northeast ADA Center
    Accessibility Features
    Open or Closed Captions
    Additional accommodations available upon request.

    A popular topic that the Northeast ADA Center gets asked about is service animals. It can be confusing for individuals with disabilities, businesses, transit providers, and the public to know what rights a person with a disability has under which law, in which places, and what’s required. This webinar will discuss what is a service animal or an assistance animal—and where these animals can or cannot go.

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    ADA Five Titles

    Cost: Free

    When
    Feb 26, 202610:00am to 11:00am Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom Webinar with captioning and ASL interpreting
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    ADA Basics
    Regional Participants
    Region 4 – Southeast ADA Center
    University of Kentucky Human Development Institute
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions

    The 4th Thursday ADA Talks are monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disability rights, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). In This 4th Thursday ADA Talk:  Get a clear, practical overview of the five titles of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how they apply in real-world settings. Participants will learn how the ADA addresses employment, state and local government services, public accommodations, telecommunications, and enforcement provisions, with complex legal concepts explained in plain language. Designed as an informational session, the training helps participants understand key ADA requirements, terminology, and protections, making it ideal for employers, public entities, businesses, educators, and community organizations seeking a foundational understanding of ADA responsibilities and rights. Registration:  Each webinar has captioning and American Sign Language (ASL).  Credit: Get a Certificate of Participation after you view an entire webinar (live or archive) and complete the Post Test Eval.  Hosts: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.     

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Focusing on Accessibility: The Impact to Your Park System

    Cost: Free

    When
    Feb 12, 20262:00pm to 3:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Facilities Access & Parking
    Regional Participants
    Region 5 – Great Lakes ADA Center

    We are all working in a time where diminished budgets and increasing demands push us to find alternate solutions for resources. What if changing how we frame our parks and recreation systems' needs and requirements allows us to reach more of our community members and have a greater impact overall? This session will provide a look into how Parks and Recreation departments can re-frame their approach to design and programming when focus is tuned to accessibility. Shifting focus unlocks additional opportunities for asset management, support, and funding. We’ll discuss the various regulatory obligations, the importance of community connection as well as the numerous opportunities for alternative funding. Completing an ADA Transition Plan can also lead to various benefits that extend beyond the traditional Title II requirements. The plan can be extended as an asset management tool to better manage the park system and assist in capital improvement project planning. The self-evaluation of programs, services, and activities can lead to an inventory of all programming and facilitate expanded discussion of existing programs or act as an advocacy tool for more dynamic and inclusive programming.

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Outdoor Adventures for All: Accessible Outdoor Developed Areas

    Cost: Free

    When
    Feb 5, 20262:00pm to 3:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Facilities Access & Parking
    Regional Participants
    Region 5 – Great Lakes ADA Center
    ADA Knowledge Translation Center
    U.S. Access Board
    Accessibility Features
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    Join the U.S. Access Board and the National Park Service for a collaborative webinar on outdoor developed areas. This presentation will highlight provisions in the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Standards that pertain to making camping facilities, picnic facilities and viewing areas accessible for people with disabilities. Accessible design scenarios implemented by the National Park Service will be discussed as well as operational challenges and best practices. 

  • Past Event | Recording Available

    Assistance Animals in Employment

    Cost: Free

    When
    Jan 29, 20262:00pm to 3:30pm Eastern Time
    Where
    Zoom
    Format
    Recorded event
    Category
    Employment
    Regional Participants
    Region 5 – Great Lakes ADA Center
    ADA Knowledge Translation Center
    Accessibility Features
    Open or Closed Captions
    Materials Available in Alternate Formats

    When it comes to trained service animals, Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) contain clearly defined rules. However, under Title I, any request related to employment—including a modification to a no-pets policy—must be addressed as a reasonable accommodation request. Accommodations can include allowing modified schedules, remote work, a service animal and, yes, even an emotional support animal in some cases. In this session, attendees will learn about the reasonable accommodation process and how a request for an assistance animal fits into this process. 

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