Save the date for the ADA 35 celebration on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

Join us for a celebration of disability pride through panel discussions, art, activities, and more! 

This event is free and open to the public.

Register for ADA35 here!

Event details: 

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Malcolm X College  
1900 W Jackson Blvd. 
Chicago, IL 60612 

Schedule of the day’s events (Updated 7.16.2025)

10-10:15AM Welcome from Commissioner Arfa  

10:15-11AM Elevating Youth Employment panel

12:30-1:30PM Community Champions Awards and remarks by Mayor Brandon Johnson

1:30-4PM Celebrating Disability Arts and Culture 

4:15-4:30PM Closing Remarks, Commissioner Arfa 

4:15-5PM Closing and Networking