"As a student, the Clinic offered us a unique look into the complex world of individuals with disabilities. This firsthand experience offered us a new perspective and understanding, beyond what we would learn from a textbook. We met with academics and a community activist who work tirelessly to promote an accessible world for us all. In addition, we were able to practice handling disability discrimination cases and promoted policy change projects."
second-year law student
The Rights of People with Disabilities Clinic works to promote the integration of people with disabilities into society in two main areas — by realizing their rights in the fields of higher education and the employment market; and by advocating for policy change and for the active implementation and enforcement of existing legislation. This mission is reflected in four main activities: pro-bono legal advice for individuals and non-governmental organizations in the field of disabilities; advancing and advocating for policy change to promote equality for people with disabilities; legal work on precedent-leading cases, including filing petitions with Israel’s Supreme Court; and raising public awareness of disability issues and rights.