ADA-Indiana

05/26/2026

https://youtu.be/v47p7XHLxYw?si=fKKDHPysqcAsiurC

602 likes, 60 comments. "‘Songs in Sign Language’ Reimagines Disney Musical Moments in ASL"

05/20/2026

Just ahead of the summer travel season, another airline is taking steps to be more welcoming toward travelers on the spectrum.

05/13/2026

INSILC is thrilled to be a member of the newly formed Indiana Disability Alliance, a coalition of the state's leading disability organizations working to advance policies that promote independence, inclusion, and opportunity for all.

This coalition comes at a critical time as advocates nationwide monitor discussions around Medicaid funding and policy changes that could impact access to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Protecting these essential supports is vital to ensuring individuals can live, work, and thrive in their communities.

We are proud to stand alongside:
Autism Society of Indiana
Down Syndrome Indiana
FUSE
Independence Indiana
Indiana Family to Family
Self-Advocates of Indiana
The Arc of Indiana

Read the full announcement: https://insilc.org/indiana-disability-alliance-announcement/

Stay tuned for more details about how you can get involved!

Image Description: Graphic introducing the Indiana Disability Alliance, featuring the alliance logo with the outline of Indiana and a gold torch, and partner organization logos including Autism Society of Indiana, Down Syndrome Indiana, Independence Indiana, INSILC, FUSE, Indiana Family to Family, Self-Advocates of Indiana, and The Arc of Indiana.

05/09/2026

We’re here at the Fort Wayne Disabilities Expo from 10-3.
Come and check us out!
Allen County Memorial Coliseum

05/04/2026

Victory for disability rights in Indiana! - We’re pleased to share that Attorney General Todd Rokita has withdrawn Indiana from Texas v. Kennedy—a lawsuit that challenged key protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Thank you to the organizations, families, and self-advocates who share in this victory. We are grateful to the attorney general and his staff for the careful attention they devoted to hearing our shared concerns over the past several months. Their openness to listening thoughtfully to people with disabilities, families, and the broader disability community showed a genuine commitment to understanding every perspective before making this final decision.

The Attorney General’s decision underscores the core principles of Section 504 and Olmstead v. L.C., that people with disabilities should have the opportunity to live, work, and participate fully in their communities. Maintaining a strong system of community-based services is consistent with federal law and Indiana’s decades-long transition away from institutional care.

The Arc looks forward to continuing its work with the Attorney General and other state leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to strengthen supports for people with disabilities and to uphold the principles of inclusion, independence, and community integration.

Read our full statement here: https://www.arcind.org/?p=24475

05/04/2026

Incredibly happy to share this news!!!

Victory for disability rights in Indiana! - We’re pleased to share that Attorney General Todd Rokita has withdrawn Indiana from Texas v. Kennedy—a lawsuit that challenged key protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Thank you to the organizations, families, and self-advocates who share in this victory. We are grateful to the attorney general and his staff for the careful attention they devoted to hearing our shared concerns over the past several months. Their openness to listening thoughtfully to people with disabilities, families, and the broader disability community showed a genuine commitment to understanding every perspective before making this final decision.

The Attorney General’s decision underscores the core principles of Section 504 and Olmstead v. L.C., that people with disabilities should have the opportunity to live, work, and participate fully in their communities. Maintaining a strong system of community-based services is consistent with federal law and Indiana’s decades-long transition away from institutional care.

The Arc looks forward to continuing its work with the Attorney General and other state leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to strengthen supports for people with disabilities and to uphold the principles of inclusion, independence, and community integration.

Read our full statement here: https://www.arcind.org/?p=24475

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

We want to share this great training opportunity from The Ability Center: the Employment Training Program.

The Employment Training Program is an 11-month learning series designed to help employers, professionals, and community members better understand inclusive employment practices for people with disabilities. Participants will learn about disability-related employment laws, workplace accessibility, recruiting and hiring best practices, and long-term retention strategies. Anyone is welcome to attend individual webinar sessions. Those who commit to the full cohort experience can earn a certificate of completion. There is no cost to attend webinars or participate in the cohort.

Register today at AbilityCenter.org/employment-training.