Membership General Information
General information: The Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (PL 106-402) requires members be appointed by the Governor of the State from among the residents of…
DD Act: National Findings Goal
The Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (PL 106-402) DD Act – the layout Has 3 Titles Title 1 – Programs for individuals with developmental disabilities…
Conflict of Interest: General Overview
Conflict of Interest Introduction Councils value the active participation and membership of stakeholders, state agencies, DD Act agencies, allied professionals, and leaders in disability rights. This active participation may at…
Council Chair Leadership Series: Information and Strategies to Lead Effectively
Welcome to the Council Chair Leadership Series: Information and Strategies to Lead Effectively – a national training program for people who have been elected or appointed to serve in the…
Online Course Account Registration Instructions
Follow these steps for successful account creation Summary: To create an account, you must first select the course(s) you wish to purchase. Proceed to checkout and you will create your…
Online Course – Systems Change: Basic Information for Members, Staff, and other Partners
Systems Change: Basic information for Members, Staff, and other Partners This course introduces the basics of systems change for DD Council staff and members. The course provides a brief overview…
Council Member Leadership Training
The Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 Public Law 106-402 (commonly called the DD Act) Title I, Subtitle B talks about the functions of a Council.…
5 Exemplary Practices in Leadership (2021)
Effective leadership does not happen by accident. Leadership is a skill and must be developed. Leadership skills are improved by practice, studying and feedback. Leadership is not a position. Leadership…
Advocacy and Public Policy Activities: What can Councils do?
In their advocacy role on behalf of people with ID/DD and their families, DD Council members and staff provide valuable information to policymakers at all levels of government. Information about…
Understanding Advocacy through the DD Council Lens (Spanish)
Entendiendo la defensa a través del lente del Consejo de DD Estimado colega: Para continuar nuestros esfuerzos de apoyar la defensa en todos los estados y territorios, la Asociación Nacional…