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Registration for the 2019 “Lead On!” Gala

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Join us on Monday, June 10 for Access Living's annual “Lead On!” Award Gala in the Aon Grand Ballroom of Chicago's iconic Navy Pier.

Welcome to the Chicago Mayoral Candidates Disability Forum!

As the race for Chicago’s Mayor ramps up, Chicago-based Access Living, will host a forum for candidates. The event will feature questions submitted by voters focused on the candidates’ experience with disability rights, laws and access enforcement; plans for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities; increasing access to healthcare, transportation and education, and creating a welcoming and accessible city.
2018 Sip & Savor

2018 Sip & Savor Fall Fundraiser

Join us for red wine tasting and some sweet and savory fall treats as we celebrate Access Living’s youth employment program. All proceeds go towards operating support for Access Living’s programs and services.
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Registration for the 2019 “Lead On!” Gala

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Join us on Monday, June 10 for Access Living's annual “Lead On!” Award Gala in the Aon Grand Ballroom of Chicago's iconic Navy Pier.

Director of Independent Living Services

Job Description

The Director of Independent Living Services is responsible for upholding the mission of the organization to promote independent living for people with disabilities in Chicago.

Lawsuit Alleging Decades of Housing Discrimination Against Disabled People in Chicago Can Proceed

Judge Denies City’s Motion to Dismiss

CHICAGO – Following a federal judge’s ruling on Friday, March 29, the City of Chicago will be required to defend a lawsuit alleging that it funded and developed tens of thousands of affordable rental housing units without ensuring they are accessible to people with disabilities, as required by federal law.
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Registration for the 2019 “Lead On!” Gala

Reserve your tickets now

Join us on Monday, June 10 for Access Living's annual “Lead On!” Award Gala in the Aon Grand Ballroom of Chicago's iconic Navy Pier.
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Access Living: 2016 and Beyond

A conversation with President & CEO Marca Bristo

A conversation with Access Living President & CEO Marca Bristo about goals and challenges in 2016 and the years ahead

Black History Month and People with Disabilities

By Timotheus Gordon

A blog post about the role of black people with disabilities in history. The author is Timotheus Gordon, a disability advocate, member of Advance Youth Leadership Power, and author of @BlackAutist, a blog where posts are focused on not only #autismacceptance but also issues & news surrounding autistic #peopleofcolor.
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The Bullhorn - Volume 76

The Newsletter of Access Living

Volume 76 of the Bullhorn, the Newsletter of Access Living, published in June of 2012.

The Bullhorn -- Volume 96

The Newsletter of Access Living

For download, a word version of Access Living’s Newsletter

The Bullhorn Volume 73

The Newsletter of Access Living

Volume 73 of the Bullhorn, the Newsletter of Access Living, published in January 2012
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Lawsuit Alleging Decades of Housing Discrimination Against Disabled People in Chicago Can Proceed

Judge Denies City’s Motion to Dismiss

CHICAGO – Following a federal judge’s ruling on Friday, March 29, the City of Chicago will be required to defend a lawsuit alleging that it funded and developed tens of thousands of affordable rental housing units without ensuring they are accessible to people with disabilities, as required by federal law.

Access Living Disability Rights Group Demands City of Chicago Make Homeless Shelters Accessible

Demands come as woman with a disability files suit for being denied shelter

CHICAGO, March 12 – Members of Access Living’s Disability Rights Action Coalition for Housing (DRACH) will gather at 10 a.m. today, Tuesday, March 12, outside the City of Chicago Community Center located at 10 S. Kedzie to demand that Chicago make its homeless shelters accessible to people with disabilities, including those who are denied access because they use canes or wheelchairs.

Woman Denied Shelter Due to Disability Files Lawsuit Against the City

Complaint contends that inaccessibility of the city’s shelter system violates the Americans with Disabilities Act and other federal law.

CHICAGO -- Laura Martin, a woman with rheumatoid arthritis, filed a lawsuit in federal court against the city of Chicago and city officials Monday evening. The suit contends the city violated Martin’s rights by failing to provide an accessible homeless shelter.
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Update on Healthcare Advocacy from Marca Bristo

Marca Bristo, Access Living’s President and CEO, provides an update on healthcare advocacy in DC. The video has American Sign Language interpretation

Adapt of Chicago Productions: A Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement

Marca Bristo speaks with ADAPT of Chicago Productions about the History of Disability Rights

Finding Hidden Talent: The Competitive Advantage of Employee with Disabilities

A talk from Access Living President & CEO Marca Bristo on employment and people with disabilities.
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