Disability Rights North Carolina
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Disability Rights North Carolina advances and defends the rights of people with disabilities.
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Disability Rights North Carolina is a legal advocacy agency that fights for the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina. We handle cases involving discrimination, abuse and other rights violations.
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Give feedback on DRNC's 2026 Targets. Please help shape our work by filling out a short survey. Your feedback helps us understand which legal issues are most urgent and important to the disability community! disabilityrightsnc.org/general/give...
July 31, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Give feedback on DRNC's 2026 Targets. Please help shape our work by filling out a short survey. Your feedback helps us understand which legal issues are most urgent and important to the disability community! disabilityrightsnc.org/general/give...
Chronically ill folx! If you'd like to share feedback about your concerns regarding Medicaid work requirement exemptions, please get in touch with Julia. More info below!
July 30, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Chronically ill folx! If you'd like to share feedback about your concerns regarding Medicaid work requirement exemptions, please get in touch with Julia. More info below!
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Want to learn more about what's going on with Medicaid and the budget resolution process in congress? Check out this reel series from our friends at @autisticadvocacy.org for more.
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![[Alt Text/Image Description: Screenshot of a video titled 'Mobilizing for Medicaid! Protecting Disability Services in the Federal Budget.' Subtitle reads 'Part 1: What is this Reel Series?' The video is produced by ASAN, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, whose logo appears at the bottom. The background is a gradient from orange to purple.]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:pkddd2mm3yr3osmgika76hf7/bafkreibjqwd3fyeccdawm53imy7nbi2ozvsvbqx5vnds7wneanux73xeeu@jpeg)
April 8, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Want to learn more about what's going on with Medicaid and the budget resolution process in congress? Check out this reel series from our friends at @autisticadvocacy.org for more.
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Registration is OPEN for DRNC's Annual Disability Advocacy Conference on May 14, 2025, in Raleigh! 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the P&A network. We’re thrilled to welcome Lawrence Carter-Long as our keynote speaker. Sign up TODAY at a discounted rate disabilityrightsnc.org/event/2025-d...
February 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Registration is OPEN for DRNC's Annual Disability Advocacy Conference on May 14, 2025, in Raleigh! 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the P&A network. We’re thrilled to welcome Lawrence Carter-Long as our keynote speaker. Sign up TODAY at a discounted rate disabilityrightsnc.org/event/2025-d...
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Many people will continue to qualify for financial help this #MarketplaceOE. And for those with preexisting medical conditions, you can’t be turned down, so enroll today and #GetCovered: https://buff.ly/3rFQgg1
#Disability #DisSky
#Disability #DisSky
December 18, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Many people will continue to qualify for financial help this #MarketplaceOE. And for those with preexisting medical conditions, you can’t be turned down, so enroll today and #GetCovered: https://buff.ly/3rFQgg1
#Disability #DisSky
#Disability #DisSky
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Looking for a career where you can make a difference? There are openings across the Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Programs! The P&As/CAPs are looking for individuals passionate about fighting for the rights of people with disabilities. www.ndrn.org/about/careers/
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Please contact us if you're interested in sharing an employment opportunity on this page. Submissions are shared at the…
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December 4, 2024 at 8:44 PM
Looking for a career where you can make a difference? There are openings across the Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Programs! The P&As/CAPs are looking for individuals passionate about fighting for the rights of people with disabilities. www.ndrn.org/about/careers/
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There's no reason to delay. We know there are better treatments than this terrible practice. It's time to #StopTheShock www.disabilityscoop.com/2024/12/09/f...
FDA Under Pressure To Finalize Ban On Shock Devices For People With Developmental Disabilities
With the White House set to change hands, advocates are calling on the FDA to finalize a ban on the use of devices that administer electric shocks to address behavior issues in those with disabilities...
www.disabilityscoop.com
December 9, 2024 at 6:46 PM
There's no reason to delay. We know there are better treatments than this terrible practice. It's time to #StopTheShock www.disabilityscoop.com/2024/12/09/f...
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There is so much autism "treatment" nonsense out there. How can you tell when something is harmful, not helpful? Pseudoscience “autism treatments” usually have a handful of consistent identifying characteristics, which are outlined in our Mission Statement:
thinkingautismguide.com/mission-stat...
thinkingautismguide.com/mission-stat...
Our Mission: To Help You Think Critically About Autism
TPGA's mission is to help you fast-forward past autism misinformation, by providing clear, compassionate, and evidence-based resources.
thinkingautismguide.com
December 11, 2024 at 12:46 AM
There is so much autism "treatment" nonsense out there. How can you tell when something is harmful, not helpful? Pseudoscience “autism treatments” usually have a handful of consistent identifying characteristics, which are outlined in our Mission Statement:
thinkingautismguide.com/mission-stat...
thinkingautismguide.com/mission-stat...
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🚨 Alert: The US Department of Labor is asking for comments on the new 14(c) rule, which will eliminate subminimum wages for disabled workers. We need you to submit positive comments. Check out @americanprogress.bsky.social toolkit on how to do so. www.americanprogress.org/article/subm...
Submitting Comments in Support of DOL Rule To Eliminate Section 14(c), Ending Subminimum Wages for Disabled People
This column provides background on Section 14(c) and guidance on how to submit a comment on the Biden administration’s proposed rule to eliminate subminimum wages for disabled people.
www.americanprogress.org
December 6, 2024 at 2:45 PM
🚨 Alert: The US Department of Labor is asking for comments on the new 14(c) rule, which will eliminate subminimum wages for disabled workers. We need you to submit positive comments. Check out @americanprogress.bsky.social toolkit on how to do so. www.americanprogress.org/article/subm...
This year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) and #GivingTuesday both occur today, Tuesday, December 3! It is a perfect opportunity to show how your generosity can spark meaningful change. Will you join us today? disabilityrightsnc.org/take-action/...
#IDPD #DisabilityRights
December 3, 2024 at 2:40 PM
This year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) and #GivingTuesday both occur today, Tuesday, December 3! It is a perfect opportunity to show how your generosity can spark meaningful change. Will you join us today? disabilityrightsnc.org/take-action/...
#IDPD #DisabilityRights
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#Wicked star Marissa Bode is urging fans to think before making “jokes” about her character’s disability.
Marissa is the first actor who uses a wheelchair to ever play the character of Nessarose in any iteration of the hit musical.
Marissa is the first actor who uses a wheelchair to ever play the character of Nessarose in any iteration of the hit musical.
Wicked Star Marissa Bode Slams 'Deeply Uncomfortable' Ableist 'Jokes'
"It is simply a low-hanging fruit that too many of you are comfortable taking...”
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk
December 2, 2024 at 2:30 PM
#Wicked star Marissa Bode is urging fans to think before making “jokes” about her character’s disability.
Marissa is the first actor who uses a wheelchair to ever play the character of Nessarose in any iteration of the hit musical.
Marissa is the first actor who uses a wheelchair to ever play the character of Nessarose in any iteration of the hit musical.
Disability Rights North Carolina is a legal advocacy agency that fights for the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina. We handle cases involving discrimination, abuse and other rights violations.
Follow us to learn more about our work!
Follow us to learn more about our work!
December 2, 2024 at 5:29 PM
Disability Rights North Carolina is a legal advocacy agency that fights for the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina. We handle cases involving discrimination, abuse and other rights violations.
Follow us to learn more about our work!
Follow us to learn more about our work!