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Our purpose is be change agents, to help both individuals and the community as a whole to see people with disabilities as contributing "NORMAL" persons who should be fully integrated parts of the community.
Goals
- To help persons with disabilities to understand their rights & responsibilities under federal, state & local laws.
- To provide reference and resources to support advocacy on behalf of persons with disabilities.
- To educate the community about the inclusion of persons with disabilities.
- To promote and advocate for the civil rights of persons with disabilities.
- To impact policies that affect persons with disabilities.
Contact Information
Staff Name: Diana Sullivan
Title: Disability Rights Specialist
Phone: 414-226-8383 (V/Relay), 414-291-7520 (V/TTY)
E-mail: Diana Sullivan
Program Availability
Services are available in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties
Q&A
Who is this program for?
We serve any person with a disability who is interested in learning how to advocate for themselves, as well as members of the community who want to learn more about how they can improve their inclusion of, or services to, persons with disabilities.
Type of Assistance/Information
We will provide information about laws, rules, codes and etiquette regarding advocacy inquiries. We do not provide legal advice.
Eligibility Requirements
None
Types of classes Offered (Individual or Group)
Please see our Events page.
Consumer Responsibilities/Expectations
We expect that persons with disabilities who we serve will do necessary follow-up to achieve the highest outcome possible.
Cost
None
Publications and Resources