Organization
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program(ADAP)
Alabama's federally funded protection and advocacy programme, providing free legal services to Alabamians with disabilities to protect their rights and prevent abuse, neglect, and discrimination.
About
The Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) is the federally funded protection and advocacy system for Alabama, housed at the University of Alabama and serving the entire state. ADAP provides quality, legally based advocacy services to protect, promote, and expand the rights of Alabamians with disabilities.
What They Do
ADAP offers free legal services, investigates allegations of abuse and neglect, engages in systems-change litigation, and advocates before policymakers on disability rights. The programme supports individuals in securing their rights in education, employment, healthcare, and institutional settings, while conducting broad outreach and education on disability rights law.
Who They Serve
ADAP serves Alabamians of all ages with any type of disability, with no income requirements. Priority is given to individuals facing serious rights violations, abuse, or neglect.
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