Indiana Disability Rights

04/06/2026

Today is the final day to register for the Primary Election in Indiana. Register to vote online by visiting www.indianavoters.in.gov . Indiana residents with a valid Indiana driver’s license or Indiana state-issued identification card will be able to use this tool to submit a new voter registration application or to update an existing voter registration record.

03/30/2026

If you want to vote in the Primary on May 5, 2026, you must be registered to vote by April 6, 2026. That’s just one week away! There are several ways to register to vote in Indiana.
• Register to vote online by visiting https://indianavoters.in.gov/ . Indiana residents with a valid Indiana driver’s license or Indiana state-issued identification card will be able to use this tool to submit a new voter registration application or to update an existing voter registration record.
• Register to vote by mail or in-person by completing and returning the State Voter Registration Form on or before April 6, 2026 (to vote in the Primary Election), or on or before October 5, 2026 (to vote in the General Election).
IMPORTANT NOTICE: ONLY the version of the state voter registration form (VRG-7) and the county voter registration form (VRG-11) published on the Indiana Secretary of State’s website https://www.in.gov/sos/elections/voter-information/register-to-vote/ will be accepted by county voter registration offices. Older versions will not be accepted.
• Federal voter registration forms may continue to be used in Indiana. The federal voter registration form can be found at www.usa.gov/register-to-vote.

I just registered to vote using Indiana's Voter Portal. Update voting registration, see who's on the ballot, get election results, and so much more. Indianavoters.com

03/26/2026

Know your voting rights! IDR has developed a new resource to provide you with a quick, clear explanation of your voting rights and tools you can use to ensure you are prepared to exercise your right to vote in Indiana.https://www.in.gov/idr/files/IDR-Your-Voting-Rights-in-Indiana-PL-2026.03.pdf

03/25/2026

Know your voting rights! Hoosiers, you have less than two weeks to register to vote in the Primary Election on May 5! Voter registration closes for the Primary Election on April 6. Register to vote or update your registration by visiting https://indianavoters.in.gov/

03/20/2026

Did your New Year's resolutions include getting your affairs in order? If so, IDR may have resources to help! Do you have an advanced directive? Advanced directives communicate when you can't. Advanced directives are a set of instructions you want your medical care team to follow if you are unable to make medical decisions. For example, you can tell your team the circumstances under which you would or would not want to receive ventilation support. IDR has free plain language advanced directive resources and printable templates you can download at https://www.in.gov/idr/advanced-directive-resources/. Hopefully this resolution is one that you can soon check off your to-do list!

03/18/2026

We didn't want to miss the opportunity to recognize that March is dedicated to increasing awareness of the 25% of adults and children with disabilities in our communities. If you have a disability, this month is a great time to communicate, connect, and collaborate with your neighbors. Some ways to celebrate disability awareness include
•Offer to be a guest speaker to talk about disability etiquette to local groups or businesses.
•Partner with an organization to inform them about inclusive hiring practices.
•Read a book or enjoy a podcast by a person with a disability.
How will you celebrate Disability Awareness Month while you've still got time in March?
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03/06/2026

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🎉

Today, we celebrate the incredible team at Indiana Disability Rights.
Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to advocating for the rights of Hoosiers with disabilities make a meaningful difference every single day.
Thank you for your hard work, your heart, and your unwavering belief in the power of inclusion and justice. I’m grateful for each of you and the impact you make on the individuals and communities we serve.

👉 Your efforts matter. Your voices matter. You matter.
👏 Grateful to work alongside such an exceptional team.

Alt Text: Employee Appreciation Day. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the people we serve.

02/20/2026

Have a New Years resolution to learn how to advocate for your disability rights? Wondering where to start? Watch this video created by Disability Rights Florida that explains the basics of becoming your own advocate. This is your year to advocate for your disability rights!

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02/13/2026

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02/13/2026

Some complain that Valentine’s Day was created by corporations to make money by selling chocolate, cards, and flowers. Others deck themselves out in pink and red and reserve a booth at the trendiest restaurant weeks in advance. No matter how you feel about the holiday, remember the people in your community who want to celebrate human connection, acceptance, and appreciation, but feel alone. Today is a great day to connect with a neighbor, friend, or older adult who may be alone. Alt Text of Reel: “Happy Valentine’s Day” and the quote by Selma Blair, “Every person on this Earth needs just one person who sees them and roots for them,” on a pink, glittery background with hearts floating. IDR’s flame logo is at the bottom.

02/09/2026

Have you seen this?! This ad from Apple features college students with disabilities living a typical college experience, using accessibility tools along the way. One line really speaks to the purpose of and – “I need stuff like you need stuff and that stuff is not the same!” YES!

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02/03/2026

Do you want to advocate for yourself during this Legislative session? Here are steps you can take to get started:
1. Learn more about the Legislative Process on the Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities’ resource page at https://www.in.gov/gcpd/past-projects/publications/the-legislative-process/
2. Read the text of the bills introduced this session. Visit https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills
3. Talk to your Representative and Senator about your concerns. Find contact information for your state representative and senator. Visit https://iga.in.gov/information/find-legislators
4. If you want to testify for or against a bill, you’ll need to reserve your spot! Reserve your spot by completing the form at https://iga.in.gov/2026/committees/testify

Website for Indiana's General Assembly