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For information on DRW news, events, or press releases, please contact:
email media@drwi.org.

For information on DRW action alerts, public policy, or voting efforts, please contact:
Lisa Hassenstab at 608-308-2639 or lisah@drwi.org.

Now Hiring: Voting Outreach Advocacy Specialist

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is looking for a part-time Voting Outreach Advocacy Specialist! This position supports and increases the participation of voters with disabilities in the electoral process. If you are interested, learn more below! About the Position The Voting Outreach Advocacy Specialist supports Disability Rights Wisconsin’s work to ensure voting rights for people with disabilities in Wisconsin and increase participation of voters with disabilities in the electoral process. This position collaborates with other voting rights…
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Now Hiring: Finance Director

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for our open Finance Director position. This position plays a key role supporting the financial operations and mission of Disability Rights Wisconsin. Learn more below! About the Position As a key member of the organization’s leadership, the Finance Director is responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial operations and fiscal integrity. This position will be responsible for: leading the development and monitoring of the annual operating budget. overseeing financial operations such…
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DRW in the News: Bracing for Major Funding Cuts

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In Washington D.C., legislators are still working on the 2026 federal budget. But if things do not change before the fiscal year starts on October 1st, Disability Rights Wisconsin and other disability rights organizations will get cuts to their funding. These cuts will change how we offer our services for people with disabilities. In the current budget proposal, Disability Rights Wisconsin would not get funding for three of our nine programs related to Protection and…
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Now Hiring: Accounts Payable Specialist

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for an Accounts Payable Specialist! We are looking for a skilled accounting professional who is detail-oriented and has experience in federal and state financial management guidelines. Accounts Payable Specialist About the Position The Accounts Payable Specialist maintains Disability Rights Wisconsin’s accounts payable system. This position will be responsible for: processing credit card and employee expense reimbursements while following DRW’s financial policies and procedures. assisting with account reconciliation. managing contracts…
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Now Hiring: Managing Attorney, Administrative Assistant, HR Generalist

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for multiple positions. Become a part of an amazing team who advocates for and protects the rights of people with disabilities. Learn more about each positions below. Managing Attorney, Litigation Team About the Managing Attorney Position The Managing Attorney oversees the Litigation Team, who works on systemic change issues that affect a wide range of people with disabilities in Wisconsin. The team works within different areas of the law,…
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The 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is proud to support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on its 35th Anniversary! The act was passed and signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. 35 years later on the same day, we celebrate this important civil rights law and what it means for people with disabilities throughout the United States. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of…
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Now Hiring: Staff Attorney, FCIOP and SSI-MC, Milwaukee

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Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for a Staff Attorney for our Family Care and IRIS Ombudsman Program and SSI-MC External Advocacy Project, based out of Milwaukee. SSI-MC Staff Attorney About the Attorney Position As part of the Supplemental Security Income Managed Care External Advocacy Project (SSI-MC EAP), the Staff Attorney supports and gives legal guidance to advocates. Their responsibilities include: overseeing intake and cases. working with other attorneys to discuss intake, cases, case strategy,…
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Happy Disability Pride Month 2025!

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About Disability Pride Month In July, we celebrate the history of the disability community in the United States. This month is important because the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law on July 26, 1990. It prohibited discrimination based on disabilities. We honor all activism and advocacy that people with disabilities and their allies undertook to get here. People with disabilities belong in our communities! They are one of the largest minority populations in the…
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WI BPDD: Conversation Cafes 2025

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About the Listening Sessions The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) wants to hear from you about the most important issues affecting people with disabilities in Wisconsin. Your comments will guide their next 5-year state plan. Learn more about the sessions: English flyer El folleto en español Listening Sessions July 17, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. — Register for July 17 here. August 7, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. — Register for August 7 here….
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Wisconsin Department of Corrections: July 2025 Friends and Family Forum

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About the Forum The Department of Corrections is hosting a forum on July 28 for friends and family of people who are currently incarcerated or on active community supervision. At the forum, attendees can ask questions and give feedback on Wisconsin’s corrections policy. Location: In-person in Wausau, WI Date and Time: July 28, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Learn more about the forum here. Forum Registration Registration is required. Register here to attend…
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