Protecting and Advocating for the Rights of Texans with Disabilities Since 1977
May 2022 Newsletter:
We Advocate for People with Mental Illness
You probably know that May is Mental Health Month, but did you know that Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) is the protection and advocacy agency for Texans who have a mental health diagnosis? Since 1986, mental illness advocacy has been a focus for us, and it remains one of our top priorities.
We work to protect and advocate for the rights of people with mental illness at work, in the community, while receiving inpatient treatment, and more. A person with mental illness experiencing discrimination can contact us to apply for legal help. Also, we provide a number of self-advocacy resources to help people with mental illness understand their rights and advocate for themselves.
Make a Difference: PAIMI Advisory Council Seeks Applicants
Our Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness (PAIMI) Advisory Council serves as the eyes and ears of the community regarding what’s happening for people in the mental illness space. If you are interested in serving on the Council and making a difference for people with mental illness, submit your application by July 1, 2022. Learn more about the PAIMI Advisory Council.
T-Shirt Design Contest
Feeling creative? Want to win $100? DRTx is accepting submissions from people with disabilities for a t-shirt design contest! The winning design will be featured on a t-shirt that will be used for an upcoming fundraiser. June 3 is the deadline to submit your design. Learn more about the t-shirt design contest.
Get Help from DRTx
Texas residents experiencing disability discrimination or having problems getting disability services can apply for our legal services in two ways:
Disability Rights Texas is the federally designated legal protection and advocacy agency (P&A) for people with disabilities in Texas. Its mission is to help people with disabilities understand and exercise their rights under the law, ensuring their full and equal participation in society. Visit www.DRTx.org for more information.
