Organization
Disability Law Center of Alaska(DLC)
The Disability Law Center of Alaska is an independent nonprofit law firm serving as Alaska's federally designated Protection and Advocacy system, providing free legal advocacy to Alaskans with disabilities across the state's vast geography. DLC offers legal representation, education, and strategic advocacy to protect the rights of people with all disabilities in Alaska.
About
The Disability Law Center of Alaska (DLC) is an independent nonprofit law firm based in Anchorage, acting as Alaska's Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system under federal mandate. DLC provides services to Alaskans with disabilities across the state's immense geographic expanse, including remote and rural communities.
What They Do
DLC investigates abuse and neglect, provides legal representation in disability-related matters, delivers self-advocacy training and education, and engages in systemic advocacy on laws and policies affecting Alaskans with disabilities. They offer workshops on special education rights, public benefits, and disability law.
Who They Serve
DLC serves Alaskans with any disability facing rights violations, abuse, neglect, or denial of services. Alaska Native communities with high rates of disability and limited access to legal resources are among those DLC prioritizes in its outreach and service delivery.
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