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All persons with disabilities and their families shall be empowered to exercise and enjoy the full extent of their rights and to pursue the greatest possible quality of life.

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Care about people with disabilities victimized by crime, Share- help is available from Disability Rights Wisconsin, Be aware of warning signs of possible abuse. The Victim Advocacy Program provides direct advocacy and support services to individuals with disabilities who experience crime, regardless if it has been reported. For more information about the Victim Advocacy Program and warning signs: Victim Advocacy: 1-800-928-8778, disabilityrightswi.org, This is not an emergency service. In the event of an emergency, please call 911. Disability Rights Wisconsin

Victim Advocacy Program Awareness Poster

The Victim Advocacy Program, in partnership with a local marketing firm who provided donated services to our program, recently created the awareness poster shown here. …
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DRW Seeks Comment on Annual Plan for Its PADD Federal Grant

DRW Seeks Comment on Annual Plan for Its “Protection and Advocacy-Developmental Disabilities” Federal Grant DRW seeks public comments on our proposed 2019 Goals and Priorities…
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Disability Rights Wisconsin is seeking an Executive Director

DRW ED Position Announcement: Read More Here! Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) is seeking an Executive Director to lead our non-profit organization responsible for providing legally-based…
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Milwaukee Mental Health Complex

Milwaukee County Mental Health Board approves new contract for inpatient care

DRW has advocated for Milwaukee County to transition mental health services to a community based model, with increased funding for community services, and decreased reliance…
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Director Jenni Gold, who uses a wheelchair, interviewed some of the biggest names in entertainment for her documentary "CinemAbility: The Art of Inclusion." (CinemAbility)

Film Tells Story Of Disabilities In Hollywood

Taken from Disability Scoop A new documentary featuring a who’s who of Hollywood A-listers is delving into the history of how disabilities are portrayed on…
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