Technical assistance is the dissemination of information to assist the public, including individuals protected by the ADA and entities covered by the ADA. Information may be disseminated by using—
- Audio visual materials,
- Pamphlets,
- Manuals,
- Electronic bulletin boards,
- Checklists, and
- Training.
To help educate and raise public awareness of the ADA, the Department provides—
Factsheets and pamphlets in different accessible formats,
Speakers for workshops, seminars, classes, and conferences,
An ADA telphone information line, and
Access to ADA documents through an electronic bulletin board.
Available factsheets and pamphlets include—
Facts About the Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA: Questions and Answers
The ADA: Your Responsibilties as an Employer
The Americans with Disabilities Act: A Primer for Small Business
For additional information, contact—
U.S. Department of Justice
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Civil Rights Division
Disability Rights Section, NYA
Washington, D.C. 20530
(800) 514-0301 (Voice)
(800) 514-0383 (TTY)