Welcome to know-the-ada.com. The State of Arizona endeavors to assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities. AOAD is leading the way. The Arizona Office for Americans with Disabilities (AOAD) will be recognized as a leader in providing strong and consistent guidance to eliminate discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Mission:
Our mission is to guide the State of Arizona in implementing and complying with federal plus state disabilities laws. The mission will be accomplished by:
- 1. Providing resources and information.
- 2. Providing training first to employees of the State of Arizona and second to public and private sector organizations.
- 3. Providing an open door for people with disabilities.
- 4. Functioning as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator for the State of Arizona.
What can the AOAD do?
- Answer Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) related questions.
- Help develop a plan to achieve maximum accessibility.
- Train employers and employees on federal and state disability laws.
- Evaluate agency or company compliance programs.
- Provide resources materials. Assist people with disabilities in understanding their rights.
Americans with Disabilities Act General Information
- Title I: Employment: Provides for non-discrimination against individuals with disabilities by private and public employers.
- Title II: State & Local Governments: Requires all programs and services provided be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
- Title III: Public Accommodations & Commercial Facilities: Places where the private sector conducts business must be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
- Title IV: Telecommunications: Creates state wide relay services and provides for the telecommunication needs of hearing and speech impaired individuals.
- Title V: Miscellaneous Provisions