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About GCDD
Our mission is to bring about social and policy changes that promote opportunities for the wide spectrum of diverse Georgians with developmental disabilities and their families to live, learn, lead, work, play and worship in their communities.

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Our public policy efforts encourage the integration between people with developmental disabilities, the people who support them, and the community as a whole. We foster change and public awareness that reflects the needs of people with developmental disabilities.

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The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) collaborates with, supports and funds many projects across Georgia that promote best practices demonstrating innovative programs and activities that create opportunities to enhance the quality of life for Georgians living with developmental disabilities (DD).

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Stay up-to-date on the latest news, events, and announcements that impact people with developmental disabilities and their families in Georgia.

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We make funds available to increase the capacity and resources of public and private nonprofit entities and others to develop a comprehensive community system that responds to the choices, capabilities and needs of persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

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We provide access to resources to help you find developmental disabilities services, learn about the history of disability policy, and access papers written about disability issues.

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Making a Difference Magazine

Public Policy is For the People

July 2026 Issue

Current Feature Stories

Public Policy for the People: The ADA, Election Updates, and What’s Next

Jun 30, 2026 | Rena Harris

The ADA’s Promise: Progress Made, Challenges Remain The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law 36 years ago on July 26, 1990. It protects the civil rights of people with disabilities and h…

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Ask GCDD Anything! Learn about Structured Family Caregiving

Jun 30, 2026 | GCDD

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) invites you to ask our team questions about legislation, supports, services, or other topics that are related to individuals with intellectual…

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Current Topics

Letter from Leadership: Public Policy Is Personal

Jun 30, 2026 | Jessica Cowell | Letter from Leadership

When people hear the words “public policy,” they often think about legislation, committee meetings, or debates under the Gold Dome. They think about bills and resolutions. I understand why. But for m…

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The Embracing Possibility Exhibit Ends, but the Journey Continues

Jun 30, 2026 | Maria Pinkelton | GCDD Impact

On June 16th, the Embracing Possibility – Georgia’s Disability Justice Journey exhibit at the Tubman Museum in Macon, Georgia, ended its run. After a year of engaging conversations, collaborations, a…

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