Rocky Mountain ADA Center

02/26/2026

If you are behind on the new Federal Accessibility rules that is quickly approaching and are located in the state of Colorado - Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology has released a newsletter that complies the new rules and guidance of how to comply!

Newsletter: https://bit.ly/4tUvn16

Both state and federal law create compliance obligations for public entities in Colorado regarding digital accessibility. These obligations are set by Colorado’s Rules Establishing Technology Accessibility Standards and the federal Web and Mobile Accessibility Rule in Title II of the Americans wit...

02/26/2026

The Temple University Collaborative on Community Inclusion is recruiting participants for a paid research study on Taking Action for college students with mental health challenges.

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02/26/2026

Don't forget to register!

The Pacific ADA 2026 Virtual Conference: Beyond Compliance, Equity, Access, and the ADA! is designed for people who want more than just an overview of the law.

This conference focuses on practical guidance you can apply in your workplace, programs, and services.

Join us March 10–11 to learn from experienced professionals working in ADA and accessibility.
Register here: https://web.cvent.com/event/b7bf260b-19ed-47aa-8430-5f60a829df68/summary

02/23/2026

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) is a time to recognize that eating disorders can be serious, long-term health conditions. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may provide protections for individuals whose eating disorders substantially limit major life activities. Awareness helps create workplaces, schools, and communities grounded in understanding, dignity, and inclusion.

Learn more about NEDAW here: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/nedaw/

02/19/2026

ADA National Network has announced the release of a collection of resources to give educators tools, including a PowerPoint presentation, to teach youth about the basics of the ADA called "ADA Mini-Unit for High School Educators: Rights, Responsibilities, and the Reasons They Matter." Check it out!

Link: https://adata.org/educators-mini-unit

The “ADA Mini-Unit for High School Educators: Rights, Responsibilities, and the Reasons They Matter” is a collection of resources to give educators tools, including a PowerPoint presentation, to teach youth about the basics of the ADA. People of all ages have disabilities, and the ADA covers peo...

02/18/2026

This month’s episode of the THINK+change podcast dives into how we keep people with disabilities safe in paid community living options. Jack Johnson from Disability Law Colorado joins us to dive into the regulations, gaps, and potential solutions!

🔗https://buff.ly/12G2Ooz

Made possible through support from Developmental Pathways, Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Rocky Mountain ADA Center, Arc Thrift Stores, and The Arc of Aurora!



Image description: Think Change Podcast Vodcast logo that includes a black microphone. Below, is a headshot of the guest of the podcast, Jack Johnson, JD, Public Policy Liaison at Disability Law Colorado, a man with short light brown hair and glasses, and host, Petri Brill, a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, with a black microphone and three green sound lines around both headshots. Text reads Safety in Community Living Options. Made possible through support from Developmental Pathways, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, arc Thrift Stores, Rocky Mountain ADA Center, and The Arc of Aurora.

02/18/2026

** NEW PODCAST EPISODE **

This is KJ Tarot, who writes dark witchy, young adult horror about eerie towns, haunting rituals, and girls who refuse to burn quietly. Transcript is available, as well!

Podcast link here: https://rockymountainada.org/podcast/ep-84-kaeia-perez

02/17/2026

February 17th marks Random Acts of Kindness Day! Kindness can be as simple as clear communication, thoughtful design, and everyday actions that help ensure spaces, services, and information are accessible to all.

If you would like to learn more about Random Acts of Kindness, refer to their website: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/.

02/16/2026

How exciting!

02/10/2026

Another great virtual conference is happening next month! Beyond Compliance: Equity, Access and the ADA - March 10th and 11th.

Pacific ADA Center is hosting this virtual conference with the opportunity to hear from other ADA experts on a wide range of ADA-related topics.

Register here:

02/09/2026

Upcoming ADA Training: Service Animals and Legal Requirements

Service animals are often misunderstood, which can lead to confusion about rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Northeast ADA Center is offering a free training titled:

Is That a Service Animal? What Rights Apply Where

This session provides practical, fact-based information on:

What qualifies as a service animal under the ADA

Where service animals must be permitted

What questions are legally allowed when determining if an animal is a service animal

How ADA requirements apply to businesses, workplaces, and public spaces

This training is designed for employers, managers, frontline staff, and anyone responsible for ADA compliance or customer access.

Date: March 3, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time
Registration: https://adata.org/event/service-animal-what-rights-apply-where-0

Staying informed about ADA requirements supports consistent, lawful, and accessible practices.

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 web...

02/06/2026

We are excited to announce that registration for the 2026 National ADA Symposium: Phoenix is NOW OPEN! Join the Great Plains ADA Center and the Pacific ADA Center for the premiere conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act! This 4-day conference offers over 80 quality session options covering a full array of ADA topics presented by some of the country's leading ADA experts. It also provides invaluable opportunities to network with other ADA professionals from across the country with backgrounds in city/county/state/federal governments, disability organizations, public entities, architects, designers, advocates, and more.

To learn more about the event and to register, visit https://gpadacenter.org/national-ada-symposium/