People with Disabilities (PwD) on the Move: Advancing Transportation Equity for People with Disabilities in Los Angeles County – Part 1
People with Disabilities (PwD) on the Move: Advancing Transportation Equity for People with Disabilities in Los Angeles County – Part 1
Join us for a community power building session
Join DRC for a power-building conversation on transportation in Los Angeles County. Come prepared to share your personal experiences navigating public transportation. Also, come prepared to share ideas for improvement as we work together to build a stronger community of advocates advancing equity and independence for people with disabilities.
This is the first of a two-part series. We suggest you attend both virtual events if you are able to.
When:
Thursday, August 6, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Pacific Time
Please register for Part 2 of this event, taking place on September 3, 2026. Click here to register for the event.
About the workshop:
People with Disabilities (PwD) on the Move is a DRC series that will educate, engage, and empower people with disabilities around transportation options in Los Angeles County.
This series will:
- Review available transportation services—including bus and rail systems, paratransit, Dial A Ride, non-emergency medical transportation, and ride share services.
- Examine the accessibility and affordability of available transportation services.
- Share findings from DRC’s 2025 public transportation survey.
- Host a community conversation about systemic barriers to community access and solutions, exploring priority improvements for people with disabilities.
Resources:
Disability Rights California
Speakers:
Bhumit Shah is a passionate advocate and community leader who brings both professional expertise and lived experience to his work. Living with Cerebral Palsy, Bhumit has built a strong network of support through family, friends, and meaningful connections across communities. He currently serves as an Advocate with Disability Rights California in the Advocacy and Community Engagement Unit, where he champions equity, access, and independence for individuals with disabilities.
With a master’s degree in Health Care Administration from California State University, Long Beach, Bhumit has held impactful roles across the public and private sectors, including positions at the Office of Clients’ Rights Advocacy (OCRA) and the Dayle McIntosh Center. Throughout his career, he has empowered others to navigate complex systems and secure community-based services.
A determined self-advocate, Bhumit confronts the same challenges that many other people with disabilities encounter and is known for his refusal to accept barriers as final. In his free time, he enjoys participating in adaptive recreational activities such as surfing, skiing, kayaking, and rock climbing.
