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DIGNITY.
RESPECT.
ADVOCACY.

We protect and advocate for the civil and legal rights of people with disabilities in Arkansas.

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PROTECTING
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Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) Database

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Board Votes to Place Perimeter Behavioral of the Ozarks’ Residential License on Probationary Status

“Perimeter has had numerous and severe deficiencies putting children at risk” – Placement and Residential…

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Speak Up Arkansas: Why Voting in Every Election is Important

Episode Summary: On this episode of Speak Up Arkansas, we are joined by Senator Joyce…

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Speak Up Arkansas: Back to School with IEPs

Episode Summary: This is an important time of year for parents, students, and educators –…

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Phone: (501) 296-1775
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Email: Info@DisabilityRightsAr.org

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400 West Capitol Ave, Suite 1200
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201

Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) is the independent, private, nonprofit organization designated by the Governor of Arkansas to implement the federally funded and authorized Protection and Advocacy systems throughout the state. DRA services include information and referral, short-term assistance, technical assistance, legal representation, systemic advocacy, monitoring, and training. DRA services are provided free-of-charge. DRA is independent from state and local government.

Through the leadership of its Governing Board and Advisory Councils, DRA staff provides services to children and adults with disabilities throughout Arkansas. We strive to serve our clients’ expressed wishes.

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