Organization
Disability Rights Arizona(DRAZ)
Founded in 1978, Disability Rights Arizona is the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy agency for Arizona and the sole provider of free legal representation for disability rights in the state. DRAZ protects the civil and legal rights of children and adults with disabilities through individual cases and systemic advocacy.
About
Established in 1978 following the Developmentally Disabled Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ) is a non-profit public interest law firm and Arizona's federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system. It is the only organization in Arizona offering free legal representation specifically within disability rights.
What They Do
DRAZ provides free legal representation in cases involving developmental disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, mental health, assistive technology access, special education, and vocational rehabilitation disputes. The organization also engages in systemic advocacy to change policies and practices that restrict the rights of disabled Arizonans.
Who They Serve
DRAZ serves children and adults with any disability across Arizona who face legal problems related to their disability and cannot access private legal counsel.
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