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Disability Employment Tax Incentives Light blue background with white text: Incentives vs. Tokenism: Tax Incentives and Disability Employment The National Center for Dignity in Healthcare and Community Living for People with Disabilities

Incentives vs. Tokenism

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This infographic highlights the persistent employment disparities faced by individuals with disabilities and the tax incentives available to encourage inclusive hiring practices. Despite federal and state initiatives, only 22.7% of people with disabilities are employed compared to 65.5% of those without, and unemployment remains nearly twice as high. Programs like the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Disabled Access Credit, and the Architectural Barrier Removal Deduction offer financial relief to employers who make their workplaces more accessible. Additionally, state-level incentives such as the Maryland Disability Employment Tax Credit and Texas HireAbility aim to further reduce employment barriers. These efforts, while valuable, raise important questions about whether they drive meaningful inclusion or serve merely as token gestures, underscoring the need for genuine workplace equity.

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There is a tremendous need to create a counter-culture that teaches new values and beliefs, achnolweedges the dignity and worth of all human beings. Disability Pride is a direct response to this need." - Sarah Triano, National Disabled Students Union

July is Disability Pride Month

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July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the strength, diversity, and contributions of the disability community. This infographic highlights key facts, historical milestones, and the significance of Disability Pride Month, emphasizing why honoring disability as a natural part of human diversity matters now more than ever.

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Image of a map, bus, airplane with text that reads: What is Accessible Travel? The National Center for Dignity in Healthcare and Community Living for People with Disabilities

What is Accessible Travel?

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Accessible travel is about more than just getting from one place to another—it’s about ensuring that everyone, including people with disabilities, can experience the joy and freedom of exploring the world. This infographic highlights what accessible travel means, the barriers that still exist, and the features that make a trip truly inclusive. From accessible transportation and accommodations to detailed travel guides and personal assistance, accessible travel opens up opportunities for dignity, independence, and connection. Whether you’re a traveler, travel provider, or advocate, understanding these elements is a key step toward creating a world where everyone can travel freely and confidently.

Summer is a popular time to travel, and with a bit of planning, disabled travelers can enjoy smooth, accessible adventures. Before you go, research destinations and transportation options to ensure they offer the accessibility features you need—like ramps, lifts, accessible restrooms, and adaptive hotel rooms. Call ahead to confirm details, especially for outdoor attractions where accessibility can vary. Pack essential mobility or medical equipment, and consider bringing cooling items like fans or ice packs if you’re sensitive to heat. Finally, don’t hesitate to ask for assistance—many airlines, parks, and hotels offer support services if requested in advance. With the right preparation, your summer getaway can be relaxing, fun, and barrier-free.

Image of a map with suitcases, busses, and airplanes. Text reads: What is Accessible Travel? Travel that is designed to be inclusive and usable for everyone, especially people with disabilities. The goal of accessible travel is to ensure that everyone can enjoy travel experiences with dignity, comfort, independence, and interdependence. Barriers to Accessible Travel: - lack of accurate information about accessibility, lack of accessible accommodations, lack of accessible restaurants, limited options for accessible tours, no accessible restrooms, limited accessible transportation, inaccessible sidewalks and streets. Features of Accessible Travel: Transportation equipped with ramps, lifts, priority seating, and space for assistive technology. - hotels and lodging with accessible rooms, roll-in showers, grab bars, visual alarms, and other adaptive features. - museums parks and other tourist sites with barrier free access, tactile exhibits, audio guides, and sign language interpretation - travel guides, websites, and app that provide accessibility details in clear, easy to understand formats - availability of personal assistance, rental of mobility aids, and trained staff to help travelers with a disability More images of maps, suitcases, Statue of Liberty, the globe, etc.

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Image of a map with white airplanes flying. text reads: travel, Accessibility, Anxiety, and Barriers, Oh my! The National Center for Dignity in Healthcare and Community Living for People with Disabilities