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The Protection & Advocacy Project is recruiting members for its Mental Health Advisory Council. The Council addresses a variety of issues related to mental health by providing P&A with information and identifying issues important to the mental health community. Apply today!

P&A Seeks Public Comment

Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project (P&A) is a federally mandated, independent state agency established to advance and assert the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. P&A provides services to individuals with disabilities statewide. Services include information and referral, self-advocacy assistance, advocacy representation, legal representation, protective services, education and training, systems work, and legislative advocacy. 

AT Awareness Day Celebrations

Bismarck, ND – Governor Kelly Armstrong has officially proclaimed April 30, 2025, as Assistive Technology (AT) Awareness Day in North Dakota, aligning with the national observance of Assistive Technology Awareness Day. This proclamation highlights the critical role assistive technology plays in supporting individuals with disabilities, older adults, and others in overcoming barriers and achieving their goals.

Bismarck, ND – Common Ground is a resource for students with disabilities, family members, educators, and related professionals. It is designed to provide digestible explanations of complex federal laws that ensure access to education for students with disabilities. By providing foundational information on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Common Ground creates a basic understanding of educational rights. Common Ground also explains various processes relative to the education of students with disabilities, builds skills for conflicts resolution, and teaches easy-to-implement advocacy strategies.

P&A Releases Report on Poll Site Accessibility

Bismarck, ND – In the United States, 1 in 6 eligible voters have a disability. Federal law mandates that voters with disabilities have the same opportunity to vote as people without disabilities. This includes ensuring physical accessibility at poll sites. The North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project (P&A) partnered with the state’s four centers for independent living to examine poll site accessibility leading up to the 2024 election.

Listed are all the Holidays that ND Protection and Advocacy will be closed.

Hours we will be closed for Christmas and New Years

Protection and Advocacy Calls for Increased Investment

in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Amid Challenges in the Disability System

Bismarck, ND – The disability community continues to face numerous obstacles, including limited access to essential services, inadequate funding, and systemic barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from fully participating in society. In response to these challenges, P&A urges policymakers, stakeholders, providers, and the public to recognize the critical importance of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), as a means to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities.

P&A is Here to Help: Empowering You and Your Vote

Bismarck, ND – As we gear up for the upcoming election, the North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project (P&A) emphasizes the critical right to vote for all citizens, especially those with disabilities. Understanding how to vote and what’s on your ballot is essential to making your voice heard. Every ballot cast is an opportunity to shape our communities and influence decisions that impact our lives. Your vote is your voice—let it be heard!

Join P&A in Celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
 

Bismarck, ND – This October, join P&A in celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Access to meaningful employment is vital for independence and dignity. It fosters personal growth and economic stability, yet many individuals with disabilities encounter barriers to competitive integrated employment. P&A is dedicated to advocating for the employment rights of persons with disabilities and promoting equitable practices in the workforce.