The mission of Disability Rights Mississippi is to promote, protect and advocate for the legal and human rights of all people with disabilities, and to assist them with full inclusion in home, community, education and employment.
Have you been denied the Assistive Technology you need?
There are numerous devices and equipment that can assist with communication, mobility, independence, etc. There are many items that can be described as Assistive Technology. If you have been denied the funding for needed equipment, evaluations, or services, call us, we can help!
VOTE ON NOVEMBER 2, 2010!!!
Not sure if you are currently registered? It's easy to check here:
REMEMBER: You must be registered to vote 30 days before the election!
Contact us if you need further assistance as you prepare to cast your vote in the upcoming elections in MS.
Stay Informed And Take Action
Let your voice be heard! Write to your Congressperson HERE.
The 2008 general election brought with it not only the historical changes for the nation, but an opportunity for advocacy groups all over the country to be a presence and a voice for barrier free access to the ballot. At Disability Rights Mississippi we took on the challenge of being very vocal in the state, striving to bring awareness to the general public and to those involved in the elections process about the fundamental right to vote. We began with a radio campaign encouraging voter registration and active participation in civic life by individuals with disabilities. We followed that campaign up with another radio spot, highlighting Election Day and the distribution of our Polling Site Survey. Included in this campaign was a guest appearance on talk radio 97.3, in which our Community Services Advocate, Shirley Walker, was interviewed by Senator Terry Burton about voting rights and obstacles still faced in MS.
If you would like to listen to the radio spots you may do so here:
Radio Commercials:
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Note: We will be compiling the results from the Polling Site Surveys that we have received back, and with that data will be focusing on continuing to help the state of MS become as barrier free as possible. If you experienced any difficulties when casting your vote either on Election Day or by absentee ballot, please call our offices and notify us of the problem. 1-800-772-4057.
Remember: You have the right to cast a Provisional Ballot if a poll worker tells you that you cannot vote.
Call these important numbers if experiencing a problem at the polling site: 1-800-772-4057 – MS Protection and Advocacy 1-800-829-6786- MS Secretary of State Election Hotline 1-866-687-8683 – Our Vote- Election Protection Register to Vote: http://www.sos.state.ms.us/ State of Mississippi Legislature Page: http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/
Accessibility:
http://www.ada.gov/votingchecklist.htm - The U.S. Dept of Justice Polling Place Checklist
VOTE ON NOVEMBER 2, 2010!!!