Last week, Delta Airlines received a $2 million fine, the largest non-safety related penalty ever by the DOT, for violating rules protecting air travelers with disabilities. Just over a year ago, GCDD explored accessible travel and tourism for people with disabilities at our 9th Annual Discovery...
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 was Advocacy Day at the Capitol, the day self-advocates and families walk the halls and meet with their legislators face to face and share information on the need for home and community based services. Throughout the day advocates arrived, received information,...
GCDD is looking forward to a beautiful day in downtown Atlanta tomorrow for Disability Day 2011. Bring your strong voices and spirits for tomorrow's rally! Find the detailed schedule of tomorrow's events here. We look forward to seeing you! Disability Day Program, February 24, 2011
WHAT: Disability Day at the Capitol, the largest public gathering and rally held annually during the official legislative session, underscores the need for community-based services and vital supports. Over 2,000 Georgians have pre-registered and are expected to attend and advocate for improved...
In yesterday morning’s warm sun, a crowd of over 2,000 gathered and closed down Washington Street outside the Capitol to show support for people with disabilities at the 13th Annual Disability Day at the Capitol. From Valdosta to Ringgold, Savannah to Columbus people planned for this day for...
The 2010 Georgia General Assembly passed legislation that offers all citizens the opportunity to improve transportation in Georgia. All across the state, roundtable transportation planning groups are meeting and setting priorities. People who cannot drive or cannot afford a personal vehicle...
Consumers stood in long lines last week, anxiously anticipating the iPad2’s arrival. For some, according to Fox News, this piece of technology might just unlock a whole new way of living with disabilities. The story illustrates how the iPad offers children with autism more control over their...
Zach Anner, the self-described lady’s man with the “sexiest of all palsies,” has earned his own travel show on Oprah’s new network OWN. Anner, from Austin, Texas, won one of two top spots in Oprah’s online, American Idol- type contest, and will now host “a travel show for people who never...
Look forward to better access for service animals, wheelchair users and in the ways in which we purchase tickets and make reservations through public and private venues. The Southeast ADA Center has posted a summary of regulations which were made effective last week, making public and private...
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Valerie Meadows Suber, Public Information Director
Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
404-657-2122 (office); 404-226-0343 (mobile)
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