2025 Kern County ADA Conference | Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
Cultural Experiences
2025 Kern County
Americans with Disabilities Act (
ADA)
Conference
The Independent Living Center of Kern County (ILCKC) is proud to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by hosting a conference on Thursday, July 24th, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bakersfield Marriott, 801 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.
This event honors the impact of this landmark legislation and provides advocates, community members, and business leaders with an opportunity to explore accessibility issues affecting people with disabilities. It also serves as a platform for networking and collaboration, empowering attendees to drive positive change in Kern County.
Conference Speakers and Topics
Jan Garrett
Deputy Director of ADA Programs at the Pacific ADA Center
Speaker Topic
: Hidden Barriers, Identifying and Eliminating Non-Physical Accessibility Challenges
Christina N. Teixeira
Attorney | Outreach and Education | Executive Programs Division at the California Civil Rights Department
Speaker Topic
: Breaking Barriers, Understanding the Complaint Process for Disability Rights
Panel Discussions
Panel Topic
: Kiosk Accessibility
Panelists from: U.S. Access Board, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, and California Commission on Disability Access
Panel Topic
: Accessibility Compliance Fund
Panelists from: California Commission on Disability Access, Golden Law, Division of the State Architect, and City of Bakersfield
Accessibility and Accommodations*
Reasonable Accessibility and Accommodation(s) Requests are due by 07/14/2025*
ILCKC is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming event experience for conference attendees.
The following accommodations will be available:
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation:
ASL interpreters will be provided throughout the conference.
Guide Dog Friendly*:
Service animals, including guide dogs, are welcome at the conference.
Dietary Accommodations*:
If there are dietary needs please share your preferences or restrictions during registration.
* Please share any requested accommodations along with meal preferences or restrictions during registration and email the specifics to
info@ilcofkerncounty.org
by 07/14/2025.
If you have any additional accessibility needs or questions, feel free to contact us at
info@ilcofkerncounty.org
.
Information Source: Jimmie Soto | eventbrite