Organization
Disability Rights Wisconsin(DRW)
Disability Rights Wisconsin is Wisconsin's federally mandated Protection and Advocacy agency, providing free legal advocacy and rights protection to people with any disability across the state since 1977. Designated by the Governor, it operates independently of state government to ensure objective disability rights enforcement.
About
Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Madison, Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) is Wisconsin's federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agency, designated by the Governor to ensure the rights of all state citizens with disabilities. Its independence from state government guarantees objective advocacy on behalf of individuals and systems.
What They Do
DRW provides information and referral, technical assistance, mediation, individual legal representation, and systemic advocacy on issues including discrimination, housing, education, employment, healthcare, institutional abuse and neglect, and voting rights. Staff serve people with disabilities in every corner of the state.
Who They Serve
Wisconsin residents of any age with any disability who face rights violations, discrimination, abuse, neglect, or barriers to accessing services, education, employment, or full community participation.
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