We work on behalf of people with disabilities to combat all forms of discrimination, abuse and neglect through monitoring, investigations and legal action.
We support people with disabilities of all ages in order to advance individual rights and create systems change that focuses on community integration and quality of life.
We provide people with disabilities the tools, resources and assistance that empower them to exercise maximum independence and self-determination.
This Thursday (1/22) don't miss the final session of the "Speak Up, Stand Up" Summit!
Co-hosted by our LA DD Network partners the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council, and Human Development Center at LSU Health New Orleans, this virtual summit is led by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities to connect, advocate, and take action together as a community!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Our offices are closed today as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His commitment to racial equality and social justice changed the world, and uplift us every day.
Dr. King's words along with his work to organize protests and laborers had a profound influence on disability rights advocacy that followed, which resulted in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973--among countless other impacts. His legacy inspires our work, and our vision for the future. ... See MoreSee Less
Tune in tomorrow, Friday, January 16th, for day 2 of the "Speak Up, Stand Up" Summit! Co-hosted by our LA DD Network partners the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council, and Human Development Center at LSU Health New Orleans, this virtual summit is led by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities to connect, advocate, and take action together as a community!
Registration links and more information are included in the shared post below: ... See MoreSee Less
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.