Organization
Disability Law Center of Alaska(DLC)
An independent nonprofit law firm founded in 1977 that serves as Alaska's Protection and Advocacy agency, providing free legal representation, education, and strategic advocacy to Alaskans with disabilities statewide.
About
The Disability Law Center of Alaska (DLC) was founded in 1977 and is Alaska's federally designated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) agency. Operating as an independent nonprofit law firm, DLC maintains offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau to serve Alaskans across the state's vast and remote geography.
What They Do
DLC provides legal representation in disability-related employment discrimination, Medicaid appeals, special education, Social Security applications, and other disability rights matters. The organisation investigates complaints of abuse and neglect, supports self-advocacy groups, runs workshops on legal rights and public benefits, and pursues systemic change through strategic advocacy and education.
Who They Serve
Alaskans with any disability — including physical, cognitive, psychiatric, developmental, and sensory disabilities — who need legal advocacy, rights information, or self-advocacy support. DLC gives priority to individuals most at risk of rights violations, including those in institutional, remote, or crisis circumstances.
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