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Disability Rights are Civil Rights

Taking the Path Forward to Independence and Inclusion for All
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About the Council
Enhancing the Lives of New Yorkers with Developmental Disabilities
Mission

The mission of the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) is to enhance the lives of New Yorkers with Developmental Disabilities and their families through programs that promote self-advocacy, participation, and inclusion in all facets of community life.

National Reach

NYS CDD is one of 56 state councils on developmental disabilities in the U.S. and its territories created through the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act). 

Council Membership

The Governor appoints members of the Council to facilitate the distribution of Federal funds available to New York State. By Federal law, at least 60% of the members of the Council must be people with developmental disabilities, or family members of people with developmental disabilities. 

What We Do

CDD Agency Updates

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Inclusive Transportation Funding

The CDD is offering funds for localities throughout NYS to implement innovative transportation projects that support people with DD to better access their communities. Applicants can apply for between $2,000 and $10,000 to put towards improving transportation for individuals with IDD. 

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