In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed to prohibit “discrimination and ensure equal opportunity and access for persons with disabilities.” As the “Closer Look” series, “Gridlocked: What’s Moving Atlanta?” continues, we speak to a roundtable of local advocates for a conversation about paratransit services and the state of accessible transportation options for those with disabilities.
David Furukawa, an advocate for the visually impaired; Jordan Hall, Mobility Coordinator for Statewide Independent Living Council; and Adam Hinchliffe, Manager of Executive Affairs for the Center for the Visually Impaired, joined the show to talk about these issues.
On inclusion for all within public transit:
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