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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, 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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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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Spring Issue 2024

Current Feature Stories

Summer Fun! Camps Rise to the Occasion with Inclusive Summer Programs

Apr 16, 2024 | Arlinda Smith Broady, Devika Rao

For most kids, summer is one of the most wonderful times of the year. And one thing that makes it pretty awesome is summer camp. There was a time when children and young adults with developmental d...

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GCDD Helps Those with Disabilities Realize the Importance of Self-Advocacy

Apr 16, 2024 | Arlinda Smith Broady

The State of Georgia kicked off its legislative session in January, and the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) was front and center to advocate for the disability community across...

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Viewpoint: Our Advocacy is Growing and Making a Difference

Apr 16, 2024 | D'Arcy Robb | Viewpoint

Headshot of D'Arcy Robb, GCDD's Executive Director As I sit down to write this, I’m feeling raw. We just wrapped up Georgia’s General Assembly session, and it was a real mix of wins and losses. W...

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The Importance of Self-Advocacy During the IEP Process

Apr 15, 2024 | Jacob Segura | Expert Update

For children with disabilities, school can be a stressful and overwhelming time. The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) sat down with Leslie Lipson, an attorney and director of th...

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GCDD’s Equitable Dinners “A Seat at the Table” Event Provides a Transformative Conversation Around Equity, Disability and Support During the 2024 Legislative Session

Apr 14, 2024 | Maria Pinkelton | G Is For Georgia

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) Equitable Dinner event, "A Seat at the Table: A Transformative Conversation Around Equity, Disability and Support" attracted capacity crowds...

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Advocacy Day at the State Capitol Brings IPSE Students to the Spotlight

Apr 13, 2024 | Jacob Segura | Include College Corner

On January 24, 2024, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) hosted its annual Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) Advocacy Day at the Georgia State Capitol. The event serves...

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Nothing About Us Without Us: A Recap of Georgia’s 2024 Legislative Session

Apr 12, 2024 | Ryan Shindler | Public Policy For The People

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities’ (GCDD) public policy team has made tireless efforts to foster new relationships and educate legislators on the need for policy change that promote...

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Self-Advocates Speak at the Capitol During GCDD’s Legislative Advocacy Days

Apr 11, 2024 | Uniting for Change Collective Leadership Team | Self-Advocate Spotlight

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) hosted its annual Advocacy Days at the Capitol during the 2024 legislative session, which began in January. Using the power of self-advocate...

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Spotlight on the ‘We Dream in Black’ Team During GCDD’s Advocacy Days

GCDD Advocacy Day at the Capitol Brings IPSE Students to the Spotlight

Spotlight on the St. Pierre Family During GCDD’s Advocacy Days

Spotlight on the Diversified Enterprises Team During GCDD’s Advocacy Days