From the Texas Tribune: “In early 2019, a small group of foster parents clustered in the governor’s office, hoping months of working with the state would improve things for children… Continue reading “For deaf children in Texas foster care, limited accessibility compounds trauma”
DRTx will host an exhibit table at the First Annual Awareness Walk for Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Stop by and learn more about DRTx!… Continue reading “Exhibit: First Annual Awareness Walk for Deaf & Hard of Hearing (Edinburg)”
This video covers everything the deaf community needs to know about voting in Texas, including eligibility, registration, and voting methods. Watch the video “Voting Rights for the Deaf Community”
Deaf voters in Bexar County can only get interpreter assistance at two polling locations, despite disability advocates saying voters should have the ability to get help at the location of… Continue reading “Deaf voters in Bexar County only given access to interpreter assistance at two voting sites”
Every day, Texas Justices of the Peace (JPs) interact with diverse individuals whose lives are being directly impacted by our justice system. Some of these individuals are deaf or hard of hearing. This handout provides guidelines to assist Texas JPs in understanding and fulfilling the court’s legal obligation. Continue reading “Ensuring Equal Access to Justice for Those Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 4, 2024 CONTACT: Edie Surtees, Communications Director 512-407-2739 esurtees@DRTx.org Disability Rights Texas Appoints Four New Members to Its Board of Directors AUSTIN—Disability Rights Texas (DRTx),… Continue reading “Disability Rights Texas Appoints Four New Members to Its Board of Directors”
This webpage has information and resources you can use to recover from Hurricane Beryl. The information below is subject to change, so check with the relevant government agency or organization… Continue reading “Disaster Resources: Hurricane Beryl”
From KERA News: “Shawnda Kracja doesn’t want her daughter to be known as “the deaf kid.” Kracja’s daughter is an incoming third grader at Davis Elementary, which has hosted a… Continue reading “Texas doesn’t fund special education enough — and it’s hurting districts’ pockets”
What you need to know about predatory lending and the Fair Housing Act. Continue reading “Lender Trying to Pull a Fast One on You?”
The Fair Housing Act protects your right to get a home free from discrimination based on national origin and other factors. Continue reading “Being Kept Out of a Home Because of Where You’re From?”