New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit in red, yellow, white, blue, and green to honor Disability Pride Month. This celebration marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, highlighting the city’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Officials emphasized efforts to enhance employment and infrastructure for the disability community.
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that City Hall and several other municipal buildings will be lit red, yellow, white, blue, and green tonight in honor of Disability Pride Month, which celebrates the achievements and promotes the visibility and awareness of the disability community.
Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July to mark the passage of the historic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed on July 26, 1990. This year marks the 34th anniversary of the ADA.
“The signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act into law 34 years ago marked a monumental step forward for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities,” said Mayor Adams. “Today, we honor the spirit of the ADA and its profound impact on our society. Here in New York City, we are committed to building a city that is accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all. From fostering inclusive employment opportunities to improving infrastructure, we continue to break down barriers and create a city where everyone can thrive.”
“On this ADA anniversary, we honor the historic commitment and ongoing efforts of Mayor Adams, as well as all of our city agency partners and community stakeholders by investing in employment opportunities and a safe and accessible infrastructure to create an inclusive and equitable city for all,” said New York City Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Commissioner Christina Curry. “Lighting City Hall and other municipal buildings in honor of Disability Pride Month is a vibrant display that underscores New York City’s dedication to the disability community.”
“Talent is our city’s greatest asset, and on the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, our city has never been better positioned to uplift and enhance the lives of New Yorkers with disabilities,” said New York City Mayor’s Office of Talent and Workforce Development Executive Director Abby Jo Sigal. “New York City has always been a shining beacon of hope, and, in the last year, we have doubled down on our commitments to ensure the disabled community has access to employment and economic opportunities that provide a living wage and dignity so they can pursue their dreams.”
In addition to City Hall, the following city buildings will be lit in the disability pride colors at sundown:
- Bronx County Courthouse: 851 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451
- Brooklyn Borough Hall: 209 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- The David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building: 1 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007
- Queens Borough Hall: 120-55 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11424
- Staten Island Borough Hall: 10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
July 26, 2024 Manhattan New York
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