Organization
Disability Rights Arkansas(DRA)
Arkansas's federally authorised protection and advocacy organisation, vigorously advocating for and enforcing the legal rights of people with disabilities throughout the state since 1977.
About
Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) is the independent, private non-profit designated by the Governor of Arkansas to implement the federally funded Protection and Advocacy systems throughout the state. Since 1977, DRA has been the designated P&A organisation for people with disabilities in Arkansas.
What They Do
DRA provides free information and referral, short-term assistance, technical assistance, legal representation, systemic advocacy, monitoring, and training. The organisation pursues individual and class-action cases involving disability discrimination, abuse, neglect, and civil rights violations in schools, institutions, and the community.
Who They Serve
DRA serves all Arkansans with disabilities, including people with physical, cognitive, psychiatric, sensory, and other impairments. Statewide services are available at no cost.
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