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ABA Supported Decision-making Resolution ABA urges legislatures to require supported decision-making be considered as a less restrictive alternative to guardianship. Video of Debate

ABA HOD Pass Parental Rights Resolution ABA House of Delegates passes a Resolution sponsored by Commission on Parental Rights for persons with Disabilities. Video of Debate on Resolution 114

2017 Paul G. Hearne Award Recipient ABA Commission on Disability Rights selects the 2017 Paul G. Hearne Award Recipient, Laurence (Larry) W. Paradis (posthumously)

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Initiatives & Activities

Pledge for Change

Sign the Pledge to affirm your commitment to disability diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.
ABA Court Guide

The ABA Commission on Disability Rights, in collaboration with the National Association of the Deaf, publishes a guide on ensuring access to the courts for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing.
Planning Accessible Events Toolkit

This toolkit was created to provide guidelines on what to consider when planning accessible meetings and events.
National Mentor Program

Sign up to be a mentor or mentee to foster disability diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.