FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE05.11.2022 Charlene Liberty was a client of Disability Rights Rhode Island and the lead plaintiff in the class action lawsuit, Liberty v. Rhode Island Department of Corrections. But, more importantly, she was a mother to Breanna, a daughter … Read More
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Statement regarding RIDE’s proposed readiness-based graduation requirements
Statement from RIPIN, Disability Rights Rhode Island, Parent Support Network of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council, The Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, and The Autism Project on RIDE’s proposed readiness-based graduation requirements … Read More
News Release: CVS Court Case
GROUPS APPLAUD CVS FOR WITHDRAWING U.S. SUPREME COURT PETITION THAT THREATENED THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES The ACLU of Rhode Island and Disability Rights Rhode Island today applauded Woonsocket-based CVS for withdrawing its petition in a pending U.S. Supreme … Read More
RSVP For SDM Webinars with Jonathan Martinis
We are proud to partner with Jonathan Martinis in offering five dynamic webinars on the practical application of Supported Decision-Making. Our series begins on Thursday, October 28 at 6:00 pm. Each session will be 90 minutes. All sessions are free … Read More
Save the Dates! DRRI presents Supported Decision Making Webinar Series with Jonathan Martinis
We are proud to partner with Jonathan Martinis in offering 5 dynamic webinars on the practical application of Supported Decision-Making. Our series begins on Thursday, October 28th at 6:00 pm. All sessions are free and offer direct access to Mr. … Read More
We want to hear from you!
Each year, Disability Rights Rhode Island (DRRI) seeks public input regarding our Focus Areas. Please take a moment to fill out the brief 3-question survey below. We appreciate your assistance in our efforts to identify and focus on advocacy services … Read More
DRRI Seeks Individuals Entitled to Compensatory Educational Services
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DRRI requests the appointment of an outside expert for ongoing ESH investigation from Governor McKee
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Disability Rights Rhode Island Announces Ongoing Investigation of Eleanor Slater Hospital
https://drri.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/3.4.2021-Statement-ESH-Investigation.pdf
Amtrak Begins Compensating People with Disabilities Facing Barriers at Stations
Amtrak Begins Compensating People with Disabilities Facing Barriers at Stations – NDRN WASHINGTON, DC – People with mobility disabilities who encountered inaccessible Amtrak stations can begin submitting claims for monetary compensation. Claims must be submitted by May 29, 2021. Amtrak created the compensation fund as part of … Read More