The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is one of 56 Councils nationwide that are guided by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act.
We bring together community partners to address critical issues, provide leadership, training, and advocate for equitable policies, programs, and practices on behalf of people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Apply to serve as a Governor-appointed Council member, join a committee or coalition, participate in advocacy events, and connect with us on social media. Together we can make a difference!
As the legislative session winds down, there are still decisions being made about the Dan Thompson Memorial Account. This innovative program has awarded about $45.7 million in grants since 2005, supporting community organizations that help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, connect with others, and gain new experiences. The article also shares stories from people with IDD, families, and providers about the real impact these grants have had across Washington.
Learn MoreThe Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council has 27 Governor-appointed members who are people with developmental disabilities, family members of people with developmental disabilities, state agency representatives, and other community partners. If you are interested in joining the DDC, we encourage you to learn more.
We invite you to join our quarterly meetings. View the Full Meeting Schedule and past meeting information here.
The DDC brings together community partners to address critical issues, provides leadership and advocacy training, and advocates for equitable policies, programs, and practices. Learn more about the activities the Council leads.
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The DDC is required to create a 5-Year State Plan to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Our State Plan helps guide our daily work, ensure we are addressing the most important priorities of the developmental disabilities community, and hold ourselves accountable to specific goals and objectives.
The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council’s 2026 Community Impact highlights how programs like Bridge Forward, Informing Families, Self Advocates in Leadership, and the Advocacy Partnership Project connected thousands of people across Washington with resources, leadership opportunities, and advocacy to strengthen the disability community.
Full PostThe Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council is proud to share a new report we commissioned with the University of Washington Institute on Human Development and Disability on how people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are impacted by the criminal justice system in Washington State and nationally.
Full PostYou’re invited to Bridge Forward – a free, virtual event for anyone working to improve support for people impacted by Washington’s developmental disabilities and behavioral health systems.
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