Cultivate Proactive Accessibility – A proactive approach to accessibility in the design phase of projects helps ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities at the beginning, creating equitable opportunities and a barrier-free environment.

Advance Policy & Advocacy – Supporting policy development and identifying sources of funding that support key accessibility initiatives will improve life outcomes for people with disabilities and play a critical role in system change at all levels of government.

Build Awareness – Providing education, skill building, and training about disability fundamentals, rights, and ableism plays a critical role in fostering understanding and building institutional awareness about disability inclusion and accessibility. 

Partner with Community – In the spirit of “Nothing About Us without Us,” including members of our community, prioritizing the expertise of people with lived experiences, and strengthening partnerships with community organizations representing these voices to ensure inclusion, representation, and effective input that creates a more welcoming and accessible City.

Strengthen Data Collection – Collecting data about people with disabilities in our community will inform effective policy and play a foundational role in system change, equitable opportunities, and improved life outcomes.¹

¹ Data collected ensures anonymity and does not include personally identifiable information, but rather informs policy and program design and advocacy