Independence First

Today, in history - THE CAPITOL CRAWL! On March 12, 1990, more than 1000 disability activists went to Washington to protest the US Congress stalling the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA) prohibiting discrimination of people with disabilities. When the group reached the capitol steps, they pulled themselves out of their wheelchairs and began to crawl up the steps to dramatically protest the lack of access for people with disabilities. BBC's "Witness History" takes on this historic disability moment talking to people who were there when it happened. Take 10 minutes out of your day to learn more about this historic moment that led to change. The ADA will turn 35 on July 26, 2025! #DisabilityRights #DisabledAndCapable #ADA35 ID: Image of two young woman crawling up the US capitol steps with photographers in front of them taking pictures. Image credit Adobe Stock.

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Thank you to Capital First Trust Company's Milwaukee office for hosting an adult hygiene donation drive for Independence First! We are happy to continue distributing these much-needed supplies to community members in need.

We are grateful for the support from Marquette College of Education's Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology and happy you could join us!

Thank you for your support and being a part of our gala!

Thank you to We Energies Foundation for supporting our mission by sponsoring our Empower Gala. More information about the upcoming event here: https://lnkd.in/gKHePzFU

Thank you to Wispact Foundation for supporting our mission by sponsoring our Empower Gala. Tickets are almost sold out, get them while you can here: https://lnkd.in/gKHePzFU

Join us for FREE gently used, adaptive equipment! October 18th, 2024 from 9AM-3PM held at our Milwaukee office: 540 S. 1st St. We will be giving away lightly used: • telephones • walkers • transfer devices • daily living aids • tub benches • recreation equipment • ... and much more! Independence First, a WisTech partner, accepts donations of lightly used adaptive equipment, which is made available at no charge to people who need it. Our donors have been extremely generous, so we are able to offer this to you absolutely free! Quantities are limited, so some restrictions may apply. Please call 414-291-7520 if you have any questions. Environmental Chemical Sensitivities: For the safety of those with chemical sensitivities, Independence First requests you please refrain from using any perfumed products such as scented soaps, deodorants, perfumes, colognes, and scented fabric softeners. To maintain a smoke-free environment, please also refrain from smoking in paths of travel and doorways.

Thank you to Lime for supporting our Empower Gala and mission. If your business or organization would like to join our list of sponsors, visit: https://lnkd.in/g-KMTZZQ