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1. Advocacy Incorporated The mission of Advocacy, Inc. is to advocate for, protect, and advance the legal, human, and service rights of Texans with disabilities. Based in Austin, Texas. http://www.advocacyinc.org/ |
2. All Walks of Life Collects data, publishes reports, and offers educational presentations in order to prevent violence against the disabled. http://www.awol-texas.org/ |
3. American Council of the Blind of Texas ACBT is a chapter of the national organization of the American Council of the Blind. ACBT represents the interests of blind and visually impaired Texans. http://www.acbtexas.org/ |
4. Deaf Celebration Annual event celebrating deaf heritage. Site includes a list of programs and committees, photos, meeting schedule, and a calendar. http://www.deafcelebration.com/ |
5. Deaf Network Directory of resources for the deaf. http://www.deafnetwork.com/ |
6. Texas Association of the Deaf Addresses the needs of deaf and hard of hearing citizens. Site includes photos, newsletters, and membership information. http://www.deaftexas.org/ |
7. The Arc of Texas Expanding opportunities for people with mental retardation and other developmental difficulties. Calendar, chapter events, available training and information resources. http://www.thearcoftexas.org/ |
8. The Disability Policy Consortium Independent group of statewide advocacy organizations for public policy that promotes and supports Texans with disabilities. Action alerts, legislative issues, and job bank. http://www.dpctexas.org/ |
9. Vocational Assessments Includes a process that systematically uses work activities as the focal point for assessment of capabilities. Contact information is provided. http://www.vocationalassessments.com/ |
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