Empowering People With Developmental Disabilities To Live With Greater Independence
The mission of the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council is to advocate for systems change by promoting meaningful person-centered participation, self-determination and inclusion for all individuals with developmental disabilities.
Upcoming Events
Education
Council funding may be used to develop and/or distribute publications, workshops or other educational opportunities related to the five year state plan. These resources serve persons with a developmental disability, their family members and support teams, professionals and community members.
Grants
The Council’s Planning and Grants Committee leads the distribution of funding each year from a budget of approximately $400,000 related to the five year state plan. The Council may grant funds to public entities, non-profit organizations or for-profit businesses.
Advocacy
The Council’s Legislative and Public Policy Committee leads the development of policy priorities related to the five year state plan. The Council does not lobby, but uses education, advocacy, coalition building, stakeholder engagement and other strategies to affect systems change.
Recent News
Beyond the Ballot: How Colorado’s Ballot Measures Could Affect People with Disabilities and Their Families
The Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council recognizes that ballot measures can have real, everyday impacts on people with intellectual and developmental
Count Us In!
There are currently two opportunities to write a public comment to the federal government about upcoming policy changes. Submitting a
October Events
October is a breathtaking transition of nature with autumn leaves shifting into rich shades of amber, crimson, and gold. As
June Listening Session Hosted By The Colorado DD Network
In June the Colorado DD Network (JFK Partners, Disability Justice Colorado, and the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council) hosted a Listening
Statewide Rehabilitation Council
Written by: Yadiel Tesfaye The State Rehabilitation Council is a board of volunteers who serve the Governor and is dedicated
September Events
September brings a season of transition. Transition as families settle into back-to-school routines and organizations kick off fall events. The