The press release section includes official GCDD news and announcements about issues and events pertaining to people with developmental disabilities and their families in Georgia.
Media Relations: If you are a member of the media and would like additional information or have an interview request, please contact:
Hillary Hibben Media Relations Director 404.657.2121
June 4, 2018 (Atlanta, GA) – Across Georgia, thousands of children and their parents will be making summer vacation plans as the school year comes to an end. Included in those will be the right of passage for every child – summer camp. And that includes children with disabilities.
Across the...
May 8, 2018 (Atlanta, GA) – The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) joins individuals and organizations across the state in celebrating the signing of the Georgia Employment First Act into law. As a member of the coalition advocating for Georgia Employment First, GCDD has...
February 26, 2018 (Atlanta, GA) – The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) has awarded three new grants to support work that promotes and improves opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families and builds a more inclusive Georgia. Selected...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEGCDD Endorses Employment First Bill for People with Disabilities in GeorgiaFebruary 21, 2018 (Atlanta, GA) – The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD), a member of the coalition in support of Georgia Employment First, asks for consideration of House Bill...
Campaign will educate lawmakers on benefits of Medicaid for Georgians with disabilitiesFebruary 12, 2018 (Atlanta, GA) – In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) will kick off the I Love Medicaid campaign at their February 14th Advocacy Day in...
November 13, 2017 (Atlanta, GA) – The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) has awarded four new grants to support work that promotes and improves opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families and builds a more inclusive Georgia.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Georgians with Disabilities Launch the No Cuts! No Caps! Campaign to #SaveMedicaidNew campaign brings attention to over $800 billion in cuts to MedicaidJune 19, 2017 (Atlanta, GA) – Georgians with disabilities, together with agencies, organizations and nonprofits who...
New program allows people with disabilities to save without penaltiesJune 14, 2017 (Atlanta, GA) – Governor Nathan Deal announced the launch of the Georgia STABLE program today at the Georgia State Capitol. The program allows Georgians with disabilities and their families to create...
