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Religious Entities Under the Americans With Disabilities Act

Description

This article explains when and how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to religious entities. With this factsheet, the ADA summarizes who is included in religious entities and what ADA Title III public accommodations apply to religious entities.

Features

  • Downloadable PDF available in large print and Spanish
  • 5 common FAQs
  • Overview of building codes

Recommended Audience

facilities managers, building team, trustees, clergy, operations managers, HR managers, religious schools

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Share this brief article with your team to clarify questions about the ADA's applicability to houses of worship.
  • Learn what factors of ADA compliance apply to your congregation's building and its tenants, programs, and ministries.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Kara Faris

Executive Director of Programs

Kara Faris is the Center’s executive director of programs. Over her time at the Center, she has also served as the director of resource grants and resource consulting and the education director.

Before working at the Center, Kara served First Friends Meeting of Indianapolis as associate pastor. With a degree in marketing from Butler University’s College of Business Administration and a master of divinity degree from Christian Theological Seminary, Kara brings a blend of pragmatism, intuition and passion for lifelong learning to the Center. Kara has authored Including Laity in Education Events Empowers Congregations and co-authored the book Divergent Church.

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