Information and Technical Assistance Center (ITACC)
The DD Act requires the DD Council to recruit and hire a Director for the Council (Section 125 (c) (8)). Resources are provided to assist and support the DD Council Executive Director as they fulfill their role.
Below is a collection of resources presented in alphabetical order and by topic. These resources are helpful to individuals serving in the role of Executive Director. The search bar can also be used to locate resources.
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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…
DetailsThis report highlights the work and accomplishments of DD Councils with regard to the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE Act) and employment, based primarily on their 2018 Program…
DetailsSeptember 2, 2020 State Councils on Developmental Disabilities Update and Clarification on Previous Grant Flexibilities Guidance Issued on April 28, 2020 The purpose of this addendum is to update and…
DetailsBusinesses, non-profit organizations, and research entities have long used incentives to raise awareness and encourage participation in their programs and services. Incentives such as gift cards, vouchers, giveaways, or prize…
DetailsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DD Councils: Expanding Disabilities Network’s (DD Councils) Access to COVID19 Vaccines (Version 1.0 Date 4/14/21) The Administration for Community Living (ACL) announced a new funding opportunity of…
DetailsThis document provides information about the Administration for Community Living updates presented during the May, 2022 Technical Assistance Institute for DD Councils. The following topics were reviewed: Increasing DD Council…
DetailsParticipants will: 1. Engage in a brief self‐assessment of individual cultural competence. 2. Discuss and list the extent to which cultural and linguistic competence are specifically stated in Councils’: -Policies -Structures -Practices -Behaviors -Attitudes 3.Select and discuss road signs that describe where their respective Councils are advancing cultural and linguistic competence. Click to…
Details1. Differentiate equity from diversity and inclusion. 2. Describe the implications of equity in the IDD space. Has your Council defined equity and what it means for intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Which one – diversity, equity, or inclusion? Click to open Advancing Equity
DetailsIn 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…
DetailsFillable word template with guidance notes about what Council staff should include on the annual work plan. Click here to download the Annual Work Plan template.
DetailsWhat is the Annual Work Plan? The AWP is designed to correlate to each 5-year goal. It reflects the goals, objectives and key activities taken up by the DD Council…
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