Our building is closed today and until further notice because of water damage. Access Living staff is working remotely. Look for more updates to be posted here as they become available.

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Back to School Advocacy Updates

09.06.23

Access Living friends and allies, Let’s catch up! For Access Living’s advocacy team, the day after Labor Day is the kickoff...

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#ADA33 Recap: This Week in Disability Pride

07.28.23

The ADA has been a beacon of hope and empowerment for our community. Though we know there remains work to...

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Honoring the Movement: Disability Pride, Disability Justice, Disability Rights

07.26.23

Traditionally, all of July, and specifically July 26, is a time when we lift up disability pride, disability justice, and disability...

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Advocacy Updates: #PlowTheSidewalks passes City hurdle

07.19.23

Access Living friends and allies, We know it’s been a while! We’d like to update you on several important disability developments...

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Access Living Applauds Disability Visibility in Johnson Mayoral Transition Report

07.12.23

On Thursday, July 6, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the release of his transition team’s report, A Blueprint for Creating...

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Great Disability Events Coming Up!

06.13.23

Access Living friends and allies, Community time is an important part of disability advocacy. It's what energizes us and keeps...

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Access Living Statement on Physical Restraint and Time Out Procedures in Chicago Public Schools

06.05.23

June 5, 2023— In the last few years, advocates have won important victories to limit the practice of seclusion and...

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June 3, 2023: Accessible Public Safety Hybrid Conference

06.01.23

Access Living friends and allies, Join us on Saturday, June 3 for the Accessible Public Safety Conference!  This hybrid FREE conference...

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Advocacy News: Illinois Legislative Session Update

05.30.23

Today, the Illinois legislative spring session comes to an end, and we'd like to update you on key disability-related efforts. ...

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Join us June 3: Accessible Public Safety Hybrid Conference

05.29.23

Access Living friends and allies, Join us on Saturday, June 3 for the Accessible Public Safety Conference!  This hybrid FREE conference...

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