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Compliance Trainings

What does "reasonable accommodation" mean? How can our Agency make meetings accessible? Find out more about ODR's ADA compliance training for DC government agencies.

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Agency ADA Coordinators

Find the agency ADA Coordinator to request a reasonable accommodations.

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Learn more about the upcoming Olmstead Townhall on June 18, 2024

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Emergency Preparedness

Learn about the District's Emergency Preparedness Plan and the steps you can take to be ready for an emergency.

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We offer ADA and other disability rights laws and regulations training to DC Agencies.

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Emergencies can happen at anytime. Learn how you can prepare.

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The Mayor's Office of Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing provides sign language...

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DC Government documents can be provided in Braille language upon request.

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Commission on Persons with Disabilities

The Commission is a Mayoral advisory body committed to enhancing the image, status, inclusion, and quality of life for all District of Columbia residents, visitors, and employees with disabilities, and to ensuring that they have the same rights and opportunities as those without disabilities. Learn more about the Commission.

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Oct 26 2022

Mayor Bowser Highlights Investments for Disability Community at 15th Annual Expo

Investments Include Expansion of Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Wage...

Oct 26 2022

Mayor Bowser Highlights Investments for Disability Community at 15th Annual Expo

Investments Include Expansion of Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Wage...

Oct 26 2022

Mayor Bowser Highlights Investments for Disability Community at 15th Annual Expo

Investments Include Expansion of Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Wage...

Oct 26 2022

Mayor Bowser Highlights Investments for Disability Community at 15th Annual Expo

Investments Include Expansion of Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Wage...

Oct 26 2022

Mayor Bowser Highlights Investments for Disability Community at 15th Annual Expo

Investments Include Expansion of Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Wage...

Jul 2 2019

May 2019 Newsletter

Check out ODR's May Newsletter, full of upcoming events and opportunities!

Jul 2 2019

May 2019 Newsletter

Check out ODR's May Newsletter, full of upcoming events and opportunities!

Jul 2 2019

June 2019 Newsletter

Check out ODR's June Newsletter, full of upcoming events and opportunities!

Jul 2 2019

June 2019 Newsletter

Check out ODR's June Newsletter, full of upcoming events and opportunities!

Jul 2 2019

May 2019 Newsletter

Check out ODR's May Newsletter, full of upcoming events and opportunities!

Mar 2 2022

Director Mathew McCollough Provides Fiscal Year 2021 Performance Oversight Testimony

On February 10, 2022, DC Office of Disability Rights Director Mathew McCollough provided testimony...

Mar 2 2022

Director Mathew McCollough Provides Fiscal Year 2021 Performance Oversight Testimony

On February 10, 2022, DC Office of Disability Rights Director Mathew McCollough provided testimony...

Mar 2 2022

Director Mathew McCollough Provides Fiscal Year 2021 Performance Oversight Testimony

On February 10, 2022, DC Office of Disability Rights Director Mathew McCollough provided testimony...

Mar 2 2022

Director Mathew McCollough Provides Fiscal Year 2021 Performance Oversight Testimony

On February 10, 2022, DC Office of Disability Rights Director Mathew McCollough provided testimony...

Mar 2 2022

Director Mathew McCollough Provides Fiscal Year 2021 Performance Oversight Testimony

On February 10, 2022, DC Office of Disability Rights Director Mathew McCollough provided testimony...

Disability Sensitivity Training

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Watch our Telly Award Winning film, "Bob". Follow Bob, as he learns how to interact with people with disabilities.

Office of Disability Rights

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:45 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays

Connect With Us
441 4th Street, NW, Suite 729 North, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 724-5055
Fax: (202) 727-9484
TTY: (202) 727-3363
Email: [email protected]

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Statement on Autism Acceptance Month

Date Released:

Mon, 04/08/2019

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.

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