Advocates, apply to become a member of the Ohio DD Council!

 

Self Advocates, Parent Advocates, and Family Advocates! This is YOUR chance to be at the table with fellow advocates and agency leaders to make difference for Ohio's disability community.

Ohio DD Council is seeking applications from advocates to become a part of the Governor-appointed board that works to create change that improves independence, productivity and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities and their families in community life. If you live in any of the counties that are not filled in, we need your voice on the Council!

Council Member Representation as of 2020

If you are interested in becoming a member, go to our website to the New Member Application page for more information. You may apply online or download documents to complete and mail to our office. Deadline to apply is May 28, 2021!

Apply to become a Council Member!

About the Ohio DD Council: It is the mission of the Ohio DD Council to create change that improves independence, productivity and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities and their families in community life. DD Council receives federal funding for innovative advocacy, capacity building and systems change activities. These activities are designed to contribute to a coordinated system of services, supports and other assistance that is centered around and driven by individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The Ohio DD Council has over 30 members who represent people with developmental disabilities; parents and guardians of people with developmental disabilities; and representatives from state agencies, non-profit organizations and agencies providing services to people with developmental disabilities. Ohio DD Council members are appointed by the Governor.