We envision a just world where all people, with and without disabilities, live full, joyful, pleasurable lives free of discrimination and oppression.

Join us in Celebrating Resistance!

DREDF’s 46th Anniversary Event brings together community, activism, and joy. Don’t miss this powerful evening featuring Keith Jones, Jim LeBrecht, and a special message from Congresswoman Lateefah Simon — in person or via livestream.

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The latest from DREDF

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Press Release, Statement

Promoting Sexual Autonomy of Disabled People: DREDF Announces Amendments to SB 258

  • Civil Rights
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Resource

What is SB 258? Frequently Asked Questions

  • Civil Rights
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Action Alert, Webinar

What is Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act? And How Can We Defend it?

  • Civil Rights
  • Employment
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Letter

DREDF Joins Civil Rights Organizations Opposing DC Policing Takeover

  • Civil Rights

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

We push for a fully inclusive future that is diverse and innovative.

Founded in 1979, DREDF is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. Our mission is to advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities through legal advocacy, training, education, and public policy and legislative development.

DREDF pursues its mission through education, advocacy, and law reform efforts, and is committed to increasing accessible and equally effective healthcare for people with disabilities.

Notice of Proposed Class Settlement

If you are blind or low vision and receive or want to apply for Medi-Cal services, a potential class settlement may affect your rights.

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Upcoming Events

Event

Educación Especial para Estudiantes Discapacidades: Lo Esencial

  • Education
  • Parent Training and Information Center

Event

Holding Court: Expanding Disability Rights and Defending the ADA 35 Years Later

  • Americans with Disabilities Act

Event

Know Your Rights in the IEP Process

  • Education
  • Parent Training and Information Center

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Your support makes it possible for us to protect and advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities. We are led by disabled people and the families of people with disabilities. We use your funds professionally and efficiently. Thank you for joining ­­us.­­

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Public Policy

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General

Update on the Census Bureau’s Counting of People with Disabilities in the American Community Survey (ACS)

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Public Comment

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund Submits Comments to the Nassau County Legislature Opposing Proposed “Mask Transparency Act”

  • Healthcare Access
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Public Comment

DREDF Public Comment on Wheelchair Users’ Experiences with Ground Transportation

  • Transportation
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Contact us

Our main office is located at The Ed Roberts Campus in Berkeley, California. We are open Monday through Friday, 9am - 5pm PT. You can call us to get more information and resources. Our new website was launched in August 2024, please contact webmaster@dredf.org with any questions related to the website.

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund