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Disability Rights Oregon upholds the civil rights of people with disabilities to live, work, and engage in the community.
The nonprofit works to transform systems, policies, and practices to give more people the opportunity to reach their full potential. For more than 40 years, the organization has served as Oregon’s Protection and Advocacy System.
Recent Press Releases
DRO joins members of Congress, law enforcement, faith-based groups, medical professionals, and academic leaders to urge an end to the criminalization of homelessness
Speech therapy, assistive technology, and other essential services defunded by Portland Public Schools in FY2025
Two new laws will increase affordable access to lifesaving treatments and medications while decreasing harmful discrimination
Current System Violates Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility Officers Severely Retaliating in Violation of the U.S. Constitution and Prison Rape Elimination Act
Powerful administrators spread disinformation about SB 819 while 1,000 children with disabilities fall further behind
People in jail are receiving court-ordered mental health restoration services more quickly while communities are given increased lead time to coordinate care