Disability Rights Washington

Thank you for an incredible GiveBIG
Because of you, we can continue:
- Protecting rights
- Fighting discrimination
- Building a more inclusive Washington
We are so grateful for your support 💙
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

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Final day of GiveBIG!
Time is running out to support Disability Rights Washington during GiveBIG.
We’re close to our goal—help us get there!
👉 Donate now and make your impact count.
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

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Today is GiveBIG day in Washington State! It's up to us. Show up for communities across WA. Show up for people with disabilities in WA. Show up today and make an impact! https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

GiveBIG is happening NOW!
We’re in the middle of this powerful statewide giving event—and your support matters more than ever.
There are still voices that need to be heard.
Still barriers that need to come down.
Still work to be done.
Let’s keep the momentum going!
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

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GiveBIG is almost here - Early giving begins April 28, today!
Join us today to:
✔ Help us reach our goal faster
✔ Inspire others to give
https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

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GiveBIG is on May 5th but Early Giving starts April 28th!

You don’t have to wait. Make your impact today by supporting Disability Rights Washington.

Your gift helps:
✔ Protect rights
✔ Advocate for equity
✔ Empower people with disabilities

✨ Give early. Be part of the change starting now.

https://www.wagives.org/organization/Disability-Rights-Washington

Exciting news, DRW is hiring for two positions! We are searching for a Finance Director, and a Marketing and Communications Director. Please learn more on our Employment page and share with those that may be interested! Thank you! https://disabilityrightswa.org/employment/

ESHB 1795 signed! Not "The Bill" to end the harmful practice of isolating dysregulated children. But progress.
No mechanical restraint (handcuffs, zip ties)
No chemical restraint (misuse of meds)
No restraint that blocks airflow or blood flow (potentially fatal)
No new construction of rooms to be primarily used for isolation.
No use of isolation as a planned intervention/aversive.

The best way to end isolation? Don't start.

Thank you, advocates.

The work isn't over. We still need you. You can join the coalition here,
https://reducerestraint.org/

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Give this a share and apply if interested! We are hiring a temporary part-time Office Assistant to work in our Seattle office for a 6 month period of time. Learn more and apply at the this link!

Now Hiring: Temporary Part-Time Office Assistant - Disability Rights Washington Disability Rights Washington (DRW) seeks a Part-Time (20 hours per week), Temporary Office Assistant. The position will provide support and be a first point of contact within Disability Rights Washington. Learn more here!

Disability Rights Washington and Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds condemn Senator Christian’s recent use of the R word during the floor debate on HB 1390, a bill to eliminate the Community Protection Program (CPP). Learn more here.

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Advocacy groups condemn Senator's use of harmful slur. - Disability Rights Washington DRW and DDO condemn Senator Christian’s recent use of the R word during the floor debate on HB 1390, a bill to eliminate the Community Protection Program (CPP). Read more here.