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DRW’s Statement on Introduction of AB 859 and SB 852
Disability Rights Wisconsin supports proposed legislation to fully fund special education reimbursement rates established in the state budget while calling for increased funding to better support students with disabilities and Wisconsin schools.
Become a Part of the LIFT Advisory Council Today!
The Lived Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Advisory Council is looking for new members! Join a council of people who will make their voices heard in Disability Rights Wisconsin’s work throughout Wisconsin! What is the Council? The Lived Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Advisory Council serves as a formal advisory body to Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW), centering the voices of individuals living ...
Hope on the Horizon for Wisconsin’s Disability Advocacy for Victims of Crimes
Recent gaps in Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding have affected non-profits across Wisconsin. These non-profits have key services like sexual assault hotlines, domestic violence shelters, and advocacy services for victims of crimes. Among these non-profits, Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people with disabilities who are victims of crimes – a group often dismissed by law enforcement and the legal system. ...
Winter Break at Disability Rights Wisconsin
Disability Rights Wisconsin will be closed to the public from December 24 to January 2 for our winter break. While we are on break, we will not be available for drop-ins, deliveries, or other services. Disability Rights Wisconsin will return to regular business hours and operations on January 5. Thank you so much for your support this year!
DRW Applauds Agreement in US v. Town of Thornapple Case
The right to vote privately and independently is in both federal and Wisconsin law. This includes access to voting equipment that allows an eligible voter to mark their ballot independently. This is especially important for voters with print disabilities such as blindness, low vision, or difficulty with fine motor skills. Earlier this month, the town of Thornapple, Wisconsin, agreed to ...
Giving Tuesday 2025: The Power of Legal Advocacy
Like so many others, Sara* came to Disability Rights Wisconsin after fighting on her own for far too long. She simply needed permission to build a fence so her daughter could play safely outside. Even after pleading her case before the city council, she was denied. “I already tried on my own and failed miserably,” she said.* Disability Rights Wisconsin’s ...
