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DRNM wants to hear from you!
Every year, DRNM receives thousands of requests for advocacy assistance from people across the state. In order to decide what cases we can take and issues to address, DRNM develops a list of focus areas called our "Priorities & Objectives." Every summer, we...
DRNM receives 2026 accessibility award
On July 30, DRNM was honored to receive the Inclusive Employment Hiring Practices Award at the 2026 New Mexico Accessibility Awards hosted by Disability Pride New Mexico. We appreciate this recognition and remain committed to advancing opportunities for people with...
DRNM’s annual review of NMPED complaints
As the 2025-2056 school year drew to a close, DRNM conducted its annual review of resolution reports issued by the New Mexico Public Education Department Office of Special Education in response to parent complaints. Click below to view DRNM's report and findings....
NM DOJ report cites systemic failures at cYFD
The NM Department of Justice released a sweeping report documenting systemic failures within CYFD, finding that breakdowns in leadership, investigations, and oversight have repeatedly placed children at risk of serious harm. DRNM has long raised these concerns...
online intake now available
You can now start an Intake using DRNM's online system. Visit the link below to get started: https://drnm.org/intake-information/
DRNM Advocates for increased oversight of medical transportation
DRNM submitted public comments to NM Health Care Authority regarding the systemic failures of its medical transportation services. Read our full comments here: https://drnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DRNM-comments-on-proposed-changes-to-NMAC-8.324.7.pdf