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Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their mission involves affecting policy and services through education, advocacy, and partnerships.
Purpose
The Council focuses on enhancing the support systems for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including conditions such as autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and spina bifida. Their activities are guided by a Legislative Platform that outlines stakeholders', family members', and self-advocates' priorities.
Activities and Programs
- Legislative Advocacy: The Council annually develops a Legislative Platform to advocate for policies that benefit individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Community Programs: The organization supports various programs aimed at improving the lives of people with disabilities. These programs often target specific issues such as education, healthcare access, and social integration.
- Funding and Impact: Since its inception, the organization has leveraged over $100 million to implement systemic changes and support services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Engagement Opportunities
The Council provides multiple avenues for self-advocates, parents, and caregivers to get involved. These include participating in advocacy efforts, contributing to policy discussions, and engaging with educational materials and publications.
Impact on Community
By promoting education, advocacy, and innovation, the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council plays a pivotal role in ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive appropriate support and opportunities to live fulfilling lives.
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Reminder: listen to episode 5 of the Our Work Matters podcast now! This episode, we’re joined by Diane Beaver and Alex Kobrin from Mathematica: Progress Together, who introduce two innovative tools designed to support self-advocacy and informed decision-making for individuals with I/DD and their families. Learn how these tools can help evaluate case management services and residential options—empowering individuals to better navigate the systems that support them. Listen now: https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters/ #developmentaldisabilities #intellectualdisabilities #floridadevelopmentaldisabilitiescouncil #fddc #OWM (fb)
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Contact Us We affect policy and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities their families and their supports through education advocacy and partnerships. EDUCATION PUBLICATIONS ADVOCACY LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM PARTNERSHIPS FUNDING REPORTS CALENDAR COUNCIL Recent News Featured Events A Message from Susan Kabot Chief of Programs and Research Floridas Commitment to Safety for Individuals with Autism FDDC Connections March 2025 Advocacy Awards Presented to Krystal Sims and Stephanie Nordin Each year the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council develops and approves a Legislative Platform that includes priorities identified by stakeholders family members and selfadvocates. There are several ways for selfadvocates parents and caregivers to get involved and support those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Council supports and funds several programs advocacy messages and publications that target specific issues related to individuals with disabilities.
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