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Now Hiring: Managing Attorney, Administrative Assistant, HR Generalist

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…
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Public Comment Period: WisDOT’s 2025 ADA Transition Plan

About the ADA Transition Plan The public comment period opens today for the 2025 ADA Transition plan by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The plan…
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Disability Rights Wisconsin Responds to Executive Order on Homelessness

Press Release Read this press release as an accessible PDF here. For Immediate Release: July 25, 2025 Contact: Jill Jacklitz, Executive Director, jillj@drwi.org, 608-258-2224 Disability…
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The 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

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…
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Action Alert: Save the Protection and Advocacy Network!

Protection and Advocacy agencies are facing cuts to critical funding for programs that protect people with disabilities and older adults. These programs make sure that…
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