General Sources about Disability Rights Information

General Sources of Disability Rights Information


The Department of Justice provides information about Federal programs for children and adults with disabilities in the general section of their disability guide. This resource is useful for disabilities coordinators, TA providers, and other staff working on accessibility issues. Contact information is included for the agency and organization concerned with supporting the implementation of these laws.

The following is an excerpt from A Guide to Disability Rights Laws. General Sources of Disability Rights Information This guide provides an overview of Federal civil rights laws that ensure equal opportunity for people with disabilities. To find out more about how these laws may apply to you, contact the agencies and organizations listed below. General Sources of Disability Rights Information ADA Information Line (800) 514-0301 (voice) (800) 514-0383 (TTY) www.ada.gov Regional Disability and Business Technical Assistance Centers (800) 949-4232 (voice/TTY) www.ada.gov/taprog.htm See also: A Guide to Disablity Rights Laws

"General Sources of Disability Rights Information." A Guide to Disability Rights Laws. DOJ/CRD/DRS. 2004. English.