In this special episode of The Eclectic, we mark 35 years since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — a landmark civil rights law that changed the landscape for people with disabilities in the United States and inspired disability rights movements around the world.

Our guest, Angie Fuoco, a federal public health and safety expert, ADA Coordinator, DEI educator, and Anti-Ableism & Accessibility Trainer, brings a powerful perspective shaped by decades of advocacy and lived experience. Together, we unpack the milestones achieved under the ADA, explore the persistent systemic barriers that remain, and spotlight the transformative role of inclusive design in building truly accessible communities.

Whether you’re a disability rights advocate, policymaker, designer, or ally, this episode offers a thoughtful reflection on what it means to move from compliance to genuine inclusion — and how centring disabled voices is key to driving the next era of progress.

Press play to listen and let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For those requiring a transcript, please read at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lsp71cK1DUQnmGAqBWHPsodXFCi9bn0g/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102186582647928362400&rtpof=true&sd=true

Please note that the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect those of the club. For more information send a mail to rotarywda@gmail.com

Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy