Resources: Stand Up, Speak Out, Stay Protected

At Corruption Interruption, we believe that knowledge is power. This resource hub is designed to equip you with the tools and information needed to hold public institutions accountable in Palm Beach County, Florida.

♿ Disability Rights

You Are Not Invisible — And You Are Not Powerless.

Whether your disability is visible or not, you have legal rights. In Florida and across the U.S., people with disabilities are protected by state and federal laws that ensure access, inclusion, and dignity.

📌 You have the right to reasonable accommodations.
📌 You have the right to be free from discrimination.
📌 You have the right to accessible public spaces and services.
📌 You have the right to speak up without retaliation.

📘 What You Need to Know

⚖️ You Are Protected Under the ADA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects your right to equal access to:

  • Employment

  • Education

  • Public transportation

  • Government buildings

  • Healthcare

  • Communication

💡 Businesses and public institutions must make reasonable accommodations — no exceptions.

🏫 Schools Must Support Students with Disabilities

Whether it’s an IEP, 504 Plan, or classroom accommodations — schools are legally obligated to provide services that meet your child’s needs. Don’t let them dismiss or delay your request.

🔍 Know your education rights (FLDOE)

🏥 Medical Providers Must Respect Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Accessible medical offices

  • Communication aids (like ASL interpreters)

  • Equal treatment without bias or delay

If a hospital, clinic, or doctor’s office refuses to accommodate your disability — they are violating federal law.

🛡️ How to Protect Yourself

📝 Keep Documentation

Save:

  • Requests for accommodations

  • Emails with school/workplace officials

  • Medical records or diagnoses

  • Incident reports or complaints

This protects you if your rights are violated and you need to file a complaint.

📞 Report Violations

You can file complaints with:

  • Florida Commission on Human Relations: 1-800-342-8170

  • U.S. Department of Justice ADA Line: 1-800-514-0301

  • Disability Rights Florida: 1-800-342-0823 or disabilityrightsflorida.org

❗You are not “being difficult” — you are standing up for what’s legally yours.

💬 Speak Up — And Let Us Help

Disability discrimination is real. So is retaliation. If a school, employer, public agency, or government official ignored or violated your rights, we want to hear about it.

📥 Submit tips or report abuse: tips@corruptioninterruption.org
🔒 You can remain anonymous.

📚 Florida Disability Resources

🧨 Your Voice Breaks Barriers

You don’t need to walk to stand tall. You don’t need to see to be a watchdog. You don’t need to hear to make noise.

🛑 Disability does not equal weakness.
✊🏽 You deserve access. You deserve respect. You deserve justice.