Fulton County Celebrates 36th Anniversary of the America Disabilities Act

The Fulton County Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance (DCRC) is proud to host the ADA36 Rally in recognition of the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees, residents, community partners, and advocates are invited to join the celebration on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Atrium of the Fulton County Government Center in downtown Atlanta.

Held in advance of the ADA's official anniversary on July 26, this commemorative event will showcase Fulton County's continued commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with exhibitors and resource providers offering valuable information, services, and resources related to disability rights, accessibility, and independent living.

This commemorative event will also feature compelling and engaging performances, innovative exhibits, and meaningful community engagement, underscoring DCRC’s steadfast commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible Fulton County that support individuals with disabilities throughout the metro Atlanta area and beyond.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Learn about programs, services, technologies, and resources that promote accessibility and independence for individuals with disabilities.
• Connect with Fulton County employees, residents, advocates, and community organizations.
• Build partnerships and strengthen community relationships.
• Celebrate the progress made through the Americans with Disabilities Act while recognizing opportunities to further advance accessibility and inclusion

About the Americans with Disabilities Act

Signed into law in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, education, transportation, and public accommodations. The landmark legislation continues to serve as a foundation for ensuring equal access and opportunity for millions of Americans.

Fulton County's Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance supports these protections by promoting equal access to County programs, services, activities, and facilities. Through its commitment to ADA compliance, DCRC works to ensure individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations, effective communication, accessible formats, adaptive equipment, Braille materials, Closed Captioning (CC), Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services, and sign language interpreting (SLI) services.

As DCRC commemorates ADA36, the department reaffirms its commitment to advancing accessibility through education, awareness, engagement, and ongoing efforts that help create a more inclusive Fulton County for employees, residents, and visitors alike.

For more information about disability accommodations and accessibility services, visit the Disability Affairs and Accommodation webpage.