Disability Rights Arizona

10/20/2026

It's . Have you received your ballot in the mail yet? Don't wait drop it off ASAP!

- If you’re on the Active Early Voting List (AEVL) requested a ballot by mail, you can sign up for Ballot Tracking on the Arizona Secretary of State's website.

Sign up to receive email or text notifications as your ballot makes its way to County Recorder’s Office and if your ballot was accepted and your signature was verified.

Scan the QR code or visit the link below!

https://trackmyballot.azsos.gov/voter/

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

This year, DAPA reached out to all validated candidates running for state office in Arizona and asked 5 questions important to the disability community.

Each candidate also had an opportunity to tell voters how they are connected to the disability community.

We would like to thank the 50-plus candidates who participated in this survey.

You can access the full document here:https://care4thecaregivers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-Disability-Vote-Accessible-1.pdf

10/15/2026

Today, October 15th is Blind Americans Equality Day (also referred to as White Cane Awareness Day)! This day celebrates the right of blind people to move freely and independently with cane or guide dog, which is affirmed by White Cane laws in all fifty states.

Disability Rights Arizona advocates for the rights of all people with disabilities, including members of the blind community to have access to public places in their communities. DRAZ’s Civil Rights Team addresses the rights of people with disabilities to have full and equal access to state and local governmental services and businesses open to the public.

Check out our Accessibility resources, checklists and self-advocacy guides today: https://disabilityrightsaz.org/resources/accessibility/

10/14/2026

Each October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month to honor and commemorate the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American workforce.

A mission of Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ) is for people with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities in meaningful work of their choice. DRAZ advocates for people with disabilities who face employment discrimination in hiring and during employment.

Check out our employment resources, checklists and self-advocacy guides today: https://disabilityrightsaz.org/resources/employment/

10/11/2026

October 10th is World Mental Health Day 🧠! World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to meaningfully engage with people with lived experience (PWLE) of mental health conditions and to recognize their knowledge as a vital form of expertise!

that DRAZ advocates for the rights of people with mental illness through our Protection and Advocacy for Mental Illness (PAIMI) program?

We also have amazing mental health self-advocacy guides and resources on our website. Check them out today: https://disabilityrightsaz.org/resources/mental-health/

10/09/2026

Just a friendly reminder that all DRAZ Offices and programs will be closed on Monday October 12th in observance of Indigenous People's Day. We hope you enjoy your holiday weekend.

10/08/2026

DRAZ Interim Managing Attorney for the Healthcare Team, Sey In and Staff Advocate, Lindsey Stevens are all smiles at the RSA Conference alongside Agnes Attakai and Rosa Rojas Franco from the UArizona Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities.

10/07/2026

It's and this week's tip is to learn about the ballot initiatives before casting your vote! Luckily we've got you covered at our webinar next week!

Voting Tips Tuesday Webinars Are Back! Understanding Your Ballot: An Overview of Arizona’s 2026 Initiatives

Join us on Tuesday October 13th at either 12:00 PM MST or 6:00 PM MST on Zoom for an informative and interactive voting tips webinar.

ASL and CART will be provided. Please email Jessie at [email protected] if you need an additional accommodation

The presentation will provide an overview of Arizona’s 2026 statewide ballot measures, which include proposals related to education, elections, taxes, public safety and local government. The presentation will explain the major provisions as well as the arguments for and against each measure.

Registration is required

Register for the 12:00 PM session: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LreJZFRBS5yUBO_KmpQSSw

Register for 6:00 PM session: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CDdha5nvQoSSkxkMSIroAg

10/05/2026

Today Monday October 5, 2026 is the last day to register to vote in the November 3rd General Election!

Scan the QR or click this link to register or update your voter information today! https://azsos.gov/elections/voters/registering-vote