This month marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law.
Parts of the region continue to make advances, with MetroParks of Butler County unveiling the county’s first universal changing table this week.
RELATED: Butler County MetroParks is improving its accessibility
But advocates say equal rights for people with disabilities remain a struggle.
On Cincinnati Edition, we’ll discuss accessibility successes and the challenges that remain.
Guests:
- Kevin Flynn, accessibility advocate and former Cincinnati City Council member
- Jill Gibboney, chair, Cincinnati Accessibility Board of Advisors
- Claudia Center, legal director, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
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