Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council

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Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council https://www.michigan.gov/ddcouncil The Council consists of 21 Michigan residents appointed by the governor.

The DD Council is established by Executive Order 2006-12 and operates under the authority of the Developmental Disabilities and Assistance Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (DD Act). The fundamental goal of the DD Council is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities have the opportunities and support to achieve their full potential and life dreams. It is funded with federal funds and a 25 percent match, mostly at the local level. The federal grant requires that a minimum of 70 percent of those funds be used for advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities on behalf of people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Council funds pilot or demonstration project grants in communities around the state to promote systemic change. The program goals include enhancing self-determination, independence and community inclusion of people with developmental disabilities. The Council provides funding and leadership to the statewide Regional Inclusive Community Coalitions (RICCs), which are the local self-advocacy groups composed of people with disabilities, family, friends, providers and allies who promote advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change. This advocacy assists the Council in carrying out its fundamental mandates of the DD Act.

10/16/2026

Inclusion is the key to workplace success. See how Michigan Rehabilitation Services can help your business fill job openings with qualified individuals with disabilities at Michigan.gov/MRS.

10/16/2026

Keep these important Nov. 3 General Election dates on your calendar 📅

To check requirements and register to vote, request a mail (absentee) ballot, learn about ways to cast your ballot, and more, go to: mi.gov/vote

10/16/2026

Every eligible voter has the right to a private and independent vote, and for voters with disabilities, accessibility is part of that right.

10/13/2026
Get Ready for Election Day 🗳Want to feel confident before you cast your ballot? Join us this week for a free webinar:📢 L...
10/12/2026

Get Ready for Election Day 🗳

Want to feel confident before you cast your ballot? Join us this week for a free webinar:

📢 Let's Talk About It: Voting Matters: Rights, Access, and Resources presented by David Foster of the Bureau of Elections, and Rachel Prevatt of Disability Rights Michigan.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕛 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Virtual webinar (Zoom)

🔗 Register here: https://go.mi.gov/padk13317

This webinar will also explore accessible voting, including how to request an absentee ballot, accommodations for curbside voting, and assistive technologies available at polling locations.

💬 Let's Talk About It is a webinar series for people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and anyone interested in strengthening family wellbeing.

10/12/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Michigan Rehabilitation Services can help your business fill your job openings with qualified individuals with disabilities. Find out how at Michigan.gov/MRS.

Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with a Career Fair highlighting the value and talent pe...
10/07/2026

Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with a Career Fair highlighting the value and talent people with disabilities bring to today’s workforce.

📅 Friday, October 30
🕛 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Mott Community College - Regional Technology Center (RTC)

RSVP is required for jobseekers. RSVP using the link below:
🔗 https://go.mi.gov/7wkph3557

This event will feature employers, community partners and job seekers coming together to connect, share resources and celebrate inclusion in employment. Hosted in partnership by Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and Mott Community College Workforce & Economic Development Division.

For questions or more information, email Justin Skibin at [email protected]

Election Day is November 3. Before you vote, join us for a webinar to learn more about voting rights and resources avail...
10/06/2026

Election Day is November 3. Before you vote, join us for a webinar to learn more about voting rights and resources available to help you exercise your right to vote.

📢 Let's Talk About It: Voting Matters: Rights, Access, and Resources presented by David Foster of the Bureau of Elections, and Rachel Prevatt of Disability Rights Michigan.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕛 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Virtual webinar (Zoom)

🔗 Register here: https://go.mi.gov/padk13317

This webinar will also explore accessible voting, including how to request an absentee ballot, accommodations for curbside voting, and assistive technologies available at polling locations.

💬 Let's Talk About It is a webinar series for people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and anyone interested in strengthening family wellbeing.

10/05/2026

Join the Michigan Department of Civil Rights as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! During this engaging webinar, the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Job Accommodation Network will discuss disability disclosure and workplace accommodations. Disability rights advocates will also share their personal experiences with navigating workplace accommodations. Job seekers, employees, and employers will find value in this session.

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕒 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
📍Virtual Via Zoom | Registration here: https://ow.ly/6jt650ZMF2o
This year's theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent: Personal Journeys in Navigating Workplace Accommodations”

ASL interpreting services will be provided by Sarah Houston and Yakata Nichols along with live CART captioning. If a different accommodation is required, please e-mail Tiara McKenzie at [email protected] by no later than October 1, 2026.

The Texas v. Kennedy ruling threatens decades of progress toward community living for people with disabilities. This rul...
09/28/2026

The Texas v. Kennedy ruling threatens decades of progress toward community living for people with disabilities. This ruling is a setback for disability rights nationwide, and Michigan must remain committed to ensuring people with disabilities can live with dignity, independence, and true choice in their own communities.

Full statement by Jeremy Murphy, Chair of MiDDC, in graphics and link below ⬇

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