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The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)

The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1979, its mission is to promote social justice and ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in society. DREDF focuses on education, legal advocacy, and policy reform to combat discrimination and improve accessibility. It provides resources, guidance, and support to empower individuals with disabilities and works towards enforcing laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to foster equal rights and opportunities.