See also:

• Society: Law: Services: Lawyers and Law Firms: Disabilities Law  (79)
• Society: Law: Services: Lawyers and Law Firms: Education Law  (92)

Access Matters - - Provides advocacy services relating to all aspects of the Disability Discrimination Act.

The ARC of New Jersey - - Information on mental retardation including links dealing with special education, advocacy, and other self help organizations.

Arizona Center for Disability Law - - Provides free legal assistance for certain disability issues.

Autism and PDD Network - - Information about Autism spectrum disorders.

Brain Injury Association USA Home Page - - Promotes awareness, understanding and prevention of brain injury through education, advocacy, research grants and community support services that lead toward reduced incidence and improved outcomes of children and adults with brain injuries.

Center for Law and Education - - CLE works to vindicate the rights of students with disabilities, emphasizing low-income children and youth. It participates in litigation, federal and state legislative advocacy, and technical assistance to attorneys and parents.

Center For Public Representation - - A non-profit public interest law firm that seeks to improve the quality of lives of people with mental illness and other disabilities through the systemic enforcement of their legal rights.

The Children's Advisory Group, Inc. - - Based in New York, an education advocate and an attorney together provide guidance and advocacy for disabled children in all areas of special education.

Citizens Alliance To Uphold Special Education - - This organization is the designated Parent Training and Information Center for the state of Michigan, offering free workshops and information to anyone who needs assistance.

Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education - - Providing technical assistance and serving as an information clearinghouse on dispute resolution in special education. Funded by the Office of Special Education Programs at the United States Department of Education.

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund Inc. - - Law and policy center in disability civil rights that has information about the ADA as well as other laws protecting the rights of the disabled, including the educationally disabled.

The Federal Resource Center for Special Education - - Special education technical assistance project funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, and is part of the Regional Resource and Federal Centers Network.

The Freedom of Information Act: A User's Guide - - Brochure provides a general description of the federal Freedom of Information Act ("FOIA") and specific guidelines on how to use it effectively.

A Guide to Disability Rights Laws - - The Department of Justice presents an overview of Federal civil rights laws ensuring equal opportunity for people with disabilities, including the Individuals with Disability Education Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

IDEA - - Contains the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Amendments of 1997, the source law for many of the rights of the disabled student.

IDEA Practices - - A U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services funded project that offers information to parents and administrators about the landmark 1997 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

IDEA Training Package - - A training package on the Individuals with Disability Education Act(IDEA) amendments of 1997, by the Office of Special Education Programs, Department of Education.The manual explains the recent 1997 IDEA amendment.

Internet Special Education Resources - - A nationwide directory of professionals who serve the learning disabilities and special education communities.

Kids Together, Inc. - - Information & resources on inclusion, children & adults with disabilities,and advocacy suggestions based upon current law.

Legal Aid for Disabled Citizens Foundation - - A Kyrgyzstan (Central Asia)based legal aid group for disabled citizens offering pro bono legal help.

Legal Resources for Special Education, University of Virginia - - Information about special education and disabilities, selected resources.

Linda E. Nee - - Expert witness and disability consultant, offers testimony and extensive expertise with disability claims. Site includes information about procedures and claimants' rights. In West Newfield, Maine.

National Association of Protection and Advocacy Systems - - Nationwide network of congressionally mandated, legally based disability rights agencies.

Nebraska Families for Early Autism Treatment - - A self help advocacy group in Nebraska focusing on children with autism, and how to best obtain educational services for them pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

NICHCY - - NICHCY is a national information center that provides information on disabilities and disability related issues, focusing on children and youth, birth to age 22.

The Policymaker Partnership at the National Association of State Directors of Special Education - - The Policymaker Partnership is one of four linked projects funded by the United States Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs. These projects are designed to deliver a common message about the 1997 landmark amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Protect Yourself! - - Self-help legal information for disabled.

Special Education Action Committee - - A non-profit training and information center in Alabama helping parents and their children with disabilities to participate in the individualized education program process.

Special Education News - - Updated and timely news relating to educating students with disabilities.

Special Needs Advocate for Parents - - SNAP provides information, education, advocacy, and referrals to families with special needs children of all ages and disabilities.A directory of attorneys and speakers bureau is also available.

Speechville Express - - A network for parents who have a child diagnosed as apraxic, or who have delayed speech. Includes advocacy issues, diagnosis, and different therapeutic approaches.

Statewide Parent Advocacy Network of New Jersey (SPAN) - - A parent-advocacy network providing training, assistance, and support to parents of disabled children. The program administered by parents, and is free of charge.

Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington - - Information, support and resources to families, individuals and professionals dealing with Tourette Syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. Self help and advocacy resources also provided.

The Western Law Clinic for Disability Rights - - A non-profit legal agency in Southern California that provides advocacy for individuals with disabilities, including special education.