Virtual – National ADA Symposium Spring 2026
May 4 - May 6
Jennifer Skulski will present sessions during the 3-day virtual ADA Symposium hosted by the Great Plains ADA Center. Registration is now open. Check out the following session:
5C) Beyond the Minimums: Universal Design as a Strategy for Building Inclusive Communities
The ADA Standards set the minimum, but Universal Design imagines the maximum benefit for all users—children, older adults, and people with diverse abilities. Many organizations miss the chance to improve usability for everyone while making accessibility improvements. This session explores the seven principles of Universal Design and shows how they can enhance parks, trails, recreation facilities, and public spaces. Here we will bridge the gap between minimum legal requirements and optimal user experiences, empowering professionals to champion inclusion in capital projects and ADA transition planning to build more inclusive communities.