ADA Stories

ADA Stories from Indiana

Although the year 2020 will be remembered as the year of the pandemic, the nation also celebrated the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA. To commemorate this anniversary, ADA-Indiana added several stories to the "ADA Stories from Indiana" collection on their YouTube Channel. These videos feature Hoosiers reflecting on the ADA at 30, and their thoughts on the impact of the ADA for people with disabilities, and what is needed going forward.

These interviews were video recorded “virtually” during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Remote video recordings can be affected by a variety of technology issues. We appreciate the participation and patience of our interviewees! Watch “ADA Stories: 30th Anniversary” playlist on ADA-Indiana's YouTube Channel.

Signing of the ADA

Still from interview with Beth Quarles on ADA Stories

Beth Quarles, Director of Future Choices, a Center for Independent Living in Muncie, recalls being at the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. Watch Beth's story on ADA Stories.

Future of Transportation

Still from interview with Barbara Salisbury on ADA Stories

Barbara Salisbury, President of the American Council of the Blind in Indiana, talks about the impact of the ADA for blind and visually impaired Hoosiers. Watch Barbara's story on ADA Stories.

We've Come a Long Way

Still from interview with John Guingrich on ADA Stories

John Guingrich, Director of the League, a Center for Independent Living in Fort Wayne, talks about the progress in physical barrier removal and the work to be done. Watch John's story on ADA Stories.

The ADA is a Hammer

Still from interview with Ric Edwards on ADA Stories

Ric Edwards, Vice Chair of ADA-Indiana, talks about the impact of the ADA on all aspects of society for people with disabilities. Watch Ric's story on ADA Stories.

Challenges for Deaf Community

Still from interview with Holly Elkins on ADA Stories

Holly Elkins, Legislative Chair for Indiana Association of the Deaf, signs about the benefits of the ADA for communication access for the Deaf community, and some of the challenges that remain. Watch Holly's story on ADA Stories.

Future of Work for People with Disabilities

Still from interview with Zully F Alvarado on ADA Stories

Zully F Alvarado, Causes for Change in Gary, talks about the future of work for people with disabilities, and some the barriers we still need to overcome. Watch Zully's story on ADA Stories.

ADA Stories: 20th Anniversary

In 2010, ADA-Indiana recorded Hoosiers talking about the experiences advocating for the Americans with Disabilities Act and their efforts in promoting the goals of the ADA in their local communities. Watch “ADA Stories: 20th Anniversary" playlist on ADA-Indiana's YouTube Channel.

Before the ADA

Still from interview with Ed Bell on ADA Stories

Ed Bell talks about the access issues for people with disabilities before and after the ADA. Watch interview with Ed Bell on ADA Stories from Indiana.

Local Disability Councils

Still from interview with Dee Ann Hart in ADA Stories from Indiana

Dee Ann Hart talks about the progress and remaining barriers in local communities under the ADA. Watch interview with Dee Ann Hart on ADA Stories from Indiana.

ADA in Local Communities

till from interview with David Carter on ADA Stories from Indiana

David Carter talks about the early implementation of the ADA in one Indiana community. Watch interview with David Carter on ADA Stories from Indiana.

Independent Living

Still from interview with Al Tolbert with ADA Stories from Indiana

Al Tolbert talks about his work with the Paralyzed Veterans of America, being a leader of an Independent Living Center, and advocating for the ADA. Watch interview with Al Tolbert on ADA Stories from Indiana.