The Rural Institute has promoted equal opportunity for people with disabilities since 1978. 

We value:

Respectful partnership
We build and maintain respectful partnerships with individuals, organizations, and communities.

Inclusive decision making
We are building an organization led by those most impacted.

Evidence and practice-based solutions
We apply community-led strategies with knowledge and compassion.

Healthy interdependence
We recognize everyone's strengths as we work towards common goals.  Everybody teaches, everybody learns.

Rural community strength
We join the strength of rural communities, coming alongside and providing support.

We have over 50 programs focused on:

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