June DCCPD Meeting [In-Person]
Join the Commission on Persons with Disabilities (DCCPD) for this month's meeting on Thursday, June 27th at 10:00 a.m.
May DCCPD Meeting [Teleconference]
Join the Commission on Persons with Disabilities (DCCPD) for this month's meeting on Thursday, May 23rd, at 10:00 a.m. This month's meeting is by phone and the public are encouraged to join. The Open Conference Line Number is 866-628-2987. Participant Code: 8488992.
April DCCPD Meeting [In-Person]
Join the Commission on Persons with Disabilities (DCCPD) for this month's meeting on Thursday, April 25th, at 10:00 a.m at 441 4th Street, NW, 11th Floor Conference Center. This month's meeting is in-person and the public are encouraged to join. For those unable to attend in-person please call the Open Conference Line Number is 866-628-2987. Participant Code: 8488992.
April 2019 Newsletter
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The April 2019 ODR Newsletter is now out. Check it out to learn about upcoming events and opportunities around the District.
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Statement on Autism Acceptance Month
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Statement on Autism Acceptance Month
April 2nd, 2019
The DC Commission on Persons with Disabilities (DCCPD) joins our nation in celebrating Autism Acceptance Month. Autism, or Autism-Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability that may affect an individual’s communication, use of senses, learning, and social behaviors. As a Commission, we are thankful to see the progress as it relates to Autism acceptance and recognition that autism is a natural part of the human experience.
Fair Housing: Telling Our Story - 18th Annual Symposium
On April 30, housing and disability District Government agencies have partnered to sponsor the 18th Annual DC Fair Housing Symposium, a city-wide event that seeks to raise awareness about fair housing rights and responsibilities.
Intersections: Disability and Diverse Communities
Join us at the Fair Housing Symposium: "Intersections: Disability and Diverse Communities".
This year’s symposium seeks to educate attendees on issues relating to fair housing with a focus on disability related topics and their impact on community diversity.
FY 2020 Budget Oversight Testimony by Mathew McCollough
Date Released:
Director Mathew McCollough's testimony on the budget oversight for ODR in Fiscal Year 2020 is now available.
Proclamation - Fair Housing Month
Date Released:
Mayor Bowser Proclaims the Month of April as Fair Housing Month:
Proclamation
FAIR HOUSING MONTH
APRIL 2019
2019 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Established in 1987 by Presidential Proclamation, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month raises awareness and fosters inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life.