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Gunde, Michael G. – American Libraries, 1991
Describes the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was signed into law by President Bush in 1990, and explains possible impacts of the legislation on libraries. The goals of the ADA regarding people with physical or mental disabilities are explained, compliance to prevent discrimination is discussed, and possible litigation is mentioned.…
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation, Disabilities, Disability Discrimination
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Direct linkMcQuigg, Karen – Australian Library Journal, 2003
Presents a brief overview of the sociological forces shaping the discourse of disability; examines the part that public libraries have played, or failed to play, in addressing issues of exclusion as they relate to people with disabilities. Focuses on Australia's deaf community and its particular informational needs. The low impact of the…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Disability Discrimination, Library Services, Public Libraries
