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    Steps to Begin Your Self-Advocacy Journey

    In 1973 here in the US, Congress enacted the Rehabilitation Act, signed by President Richard Nixon. This act, and in particular Section 504 of this Act, prohibits discrimination of people with disabilities from any program receiving federal funding. This includes federal programs and agencies, securing more access for those with disabilities to education and employment opportunities via reasonable accommodation. IDEA Act The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 established rights for people with disabilities in relation to public funds and spaces. Following it up with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the ADA further expanded on this concept, giving the BARE MINIMUM necessary to be considered “accessible”. Congress has updated the…