Indiana Disability Rights

Thank you, NAMI Indiana for featuring IDR in your Spring 2026 newsletter! We are thrilled by the response to our new toolkit, designed to help Hoosiers advocate for themselves during their mental health journey. Check it out at the link below!

Spring 2026 Newsletter.pdf

Statement Condemning Zoom Bomb Incident at Public Meeting Held on Friday, May 15, 2026

We are deeply concerned by the vile Zoom bomb incident that occurred during the beginning of the Indiana Protection and Advocacy Commission (IPAS) public meeting held on Friday, May 15, 2026. The disgusting behavior of those who disrupted the meeting not only interfered with the Commission’s scheduled agenda but also undermined the spirit of accessibility, open dialogue, and community engagement that we strive to foster.

To the public, the disability community, IDR staff, and fellow IPAS Commission members, we are sorry for the harm caused by being exposed to such despicable racist, sexist, and misogynist language and imagery. We are taking this matter seriously and we are committed to taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety, integrity, and accessibility of our future meetings.

We are working with relevant authorities to fully investigate this matter and to hold those who engaged in this awful behavior accountable. We will re-evaluate our virtual meeting process to make sure that such behavior is not allowed to happen again at future meetings.

To those who chose to engage in this behavior, know that we will do everything in our power to hold you accountable. The opportunity for accessible civic engagement will not falter because of your hate.

We appreciate the resilience and understanding of our attendees and reaffirm our dedication to maintaining a respectful and inclusive environment for all. These incidents often trigger stress, trauma, and anxiety, especially for communities of color. We hold space for the community to rest and heal and stand in solidarity against this hateful behavior.

To those who were unable to attend our public meeting on Friday, May 15, 2026, you may access the recording of the May 15, 2026 session of the IPAS Commission meeting at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgX_eeR9DLg

Take care,

Jalyn Radziminski-Hooks, IPAS Commission Chair
Melissa Keyes, Indiana Disability Rights Executive Director

Read the PDF version of this statement here -->https://www.in.gov/idr/files/2026.05.19-Statement-Regarding-Interruption-of-IPAS-Commission-Meeting-May-15.pdf

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IDR is currently looking for two Senior Attorneys. For more information and to apply, visit the job details webpage and click, “Apply now.”

https://workforindiana.in.gov/job/Indianapolis-Senior-Attorney-IN-46205/1389508100/

https://workforindiana.in.gov/job/Indianapolis-Senior-Attorney-IN-46205/1389504100/

It’s Public Service Recognition Week! We want to say thank you to the over 30,000 State of Indiana employees! Their work makes a difference in the lives of Hoosiers with disabilities. IDR could not fulfill its mission without our amazing employees. If an IDR employee has made a positive impact on your life, drop a comment!

Primary Election Day in Indiana is tomorrow! Polls will be open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time. If you experience issues while trying to cast your vote, there are things you can do!
1. Call the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) and talk to an advocate. They can help you understand your options.
2. If you are told you can't vote, ask the poll worker for a PROVISIONAL BALLOT. This ballot will be counted after your issue is fixed. It is your responsibility to resolve the issue within ten days.
3. If you feel your right to vote was violated due to your disability, call IDR.
Download IDR's "Your Voting Rights in Indiana: A Voting Guide for Hoosiers with Disabilities" athttps://www.in.gov/idr/files/IDR-Your-Voting-Rights-in-Indiana-PL-2026.03.pdf on your phone, and take it (and your photo ID!) to your polling location tomorrow, May 5!

IDR is currently looking for an Abuse & Neglect Advocate/Investigator. For more information and to apply, visit the job details webpage at https://workforindiana.in.gov/job/Indianapolis-AbuseNeglect-AdvocateInvestigator-IN-46204/1382614500/ and click "Apply now."