Advocate
Disability Rights Wisconsin listens to people with disabilities, identifies barriers and patterns, and works for changes in laws, policies, programs, and practices.
Our advocacy focuses on issues that can improve rights, access, and opportunities for people with disabilities across Wisconsin.
Advocacy in Action
What We’re Working on Now!
Tell the Wisconsin Rehabilitation Council what waiting for DVR services means to you!
May 20, 2026
People with disabilities facing long waits for Wisconsin DVR services are encouraged to share their experiences with the Wisconsin Rehabilitation Council and speak up about the need for funding.
New Bills That Will Limit Voting for People with Disabilities
February 12, 2026
Congress will vote soon on three bills that will make it harder for people with disabilities to vote. Learn how to take action!
How DRW Creates Change
DRW uses different approaches depending on the issue and what is needed to create change.
- Public Policy: We advocate for laws, budgets, regulations, and public policies that protect disability rights.
- Legislative & Administrative Advocacy: We give information, recommendations, testimony, and comments to lawmakers and government agencies.
- Legal Advocacy: Legal strategies can help challenge policies or practices that affect the rights of many people with disabilities.
- Partnerships: We work with people with disabilities, community organizations, coalitions, and other partners to advance shared priorities.
- Education & Public Awareness: We help people understand disability rights and bring attention to issues affecting people with disabilities.
- Monitoring & Investigation: DRW monitors conditions, investigates concerns, and looks for patterns that may require broader action.
- Bringing Community Voices to Decision-Makers: Experiences shared by people with disabilities help policymakers understand how laws, programs, and services affect people's lives.
Share Your Experience
Your story can help us identify barriers, shape our advocacy, and guide our efforts to change policy.
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Ways to Participate
You do not have to be a policy expert to take part in disability advocacy. There are several ways to share your experience, learn about issues, and make your voice heard.
Your Experience Helps Shape Our Advocacy
DRW uses information from people with disabilities, families, advocates, and communities to understand where policies and programs are working and where change is needed. Share Your Experience.
Action Alerts
Learn about disability rights issues that may need public input or action. Action alerts can include opportunities to contact decision-makers, submit comments, attend hearings, or speak up about proposed changes. Action Alerts
Upcoming Events
Join DRW at listening sessions, community conversations, trainings, public meetings, and other events related to disability rights and advocacy. Upcoming Events