About the DLC
The Disability Law Center (DLC) is a private non-profit organization. We are designated as the Protection and Advocacy agency for the state of Utah to protect the rights of people with disabilities in Utah.
Our Mission
To enforce and strengthen laws that protect the opportunities, choices and legal rights of people with disabilities in Utah.
Our Vision
We envision a just society where all people are treated with equity, dignity, and respect.
Our Goals
The work of the Disability Law Center focuses on four long-range goals:
- People with disabilities will be free from abuse and neglect.
- People with disabilities will receive appropriate services.
- People with disabilities will be free from discrimination.
- People with disabilities will have equal employment opportunities.
Our Board of Trustees
About the members of our Board of Trustees
About the members of our PAIMI Council
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A simple overview of the DLC
The values that are the foundation of our work
A brief history of the disability rights movement and the DLC
Origins of the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) and CAP Systems
Overview of Federally Funded Programs
Principles of legally based advocacy
Services are free of charge to all eligible people in Utah. Services are offered statewide.