California Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities

Are you an individual with an intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) interested in having more choice and control over your services? Join California Department of Developmental Services, Children's Hospital Los Angeles and University of Southern California for a free webinar, Your Services, Your Choices, on Thursday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. In this session, attendees will receive an overview of the Self‑Determination Program (SDP) and hear directly from young adults with IDD as they share their experiences and insights on SDP. Click the link below to register:
https://bit.ly/4fOejFq

Due to federal changes, starting June 1, 2026, some people will have to meet work and community engagement rules to keep getting CalFresh. Click the link below to learn more and use the pre-screening tool to see if you may be impacted:
https://bit.ly/4fdJYjs.

DRC wants to hear from you! You as our community are essential to our mission and work for 2027. If you have the time, please take the survey and give us your feedback on our action plans and future goals! Our annual survey has launched and we’re collecting responses until June 7, 2026.

The survey also includes versions in Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL). If you need help with the survey, please call (800) 776-5746 and say, “I need help with your survey.”

Visit the link to participate: https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/we-want-to-hear-from-you-2026-disability-rights-california-survey

This is great opportunity to identify areas of improvement, provide outreach recommendations, and provide feedback to DRC’s planned work for 2027. We greatly appreciate those who are able to take the survey and give important feedback that will help shape next year’s goals.




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If you receive SSI, be sure to report changes in your income, living arrangements, or resources immediately ⏱️
Keeping your information current ensures the right monthly amount and helps to avoid overpayments. Learn more 🗂️ https://ow.ly/ti5U50Z4ljg

Transitioning to adulthood can feel uncertain, but the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as available resources, help ensure our high school students begin preparing for a thriving and successful life after high school, no matter what that looks like.

Join Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) for a free webinar, What Comes Next? Transition for High School Students with Disabilities, on Monday, June 8 from 7 to 8:45 p.m. In this session, DREDF advocates will guide parents and students through the special education transition process from start to finish. Click the link below to register:
https://bit.ly/3QXKBn4.

Gov. Gavin Newsom to Sign Executive Order Aimed at A.I. Job Loss Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to explore an overhaul of labor policies to deal with potential mass job displacement from artificial intelligence.

On Tuesday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., join Disability Rights California for the 2nd annual California Disability Leadership Alliance (CDLA) Day of Action from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Capitol West Steps, 1315 10th St. in Sacramento. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., the rally will continue at the Capitol Annex Swing Space, 1021 O Street.

This free event is open to the public and an opportunity to rally for disability rights and celebrate disability pride and power. The event also includes a resource fair, advocates and performers, and a space for the public to engage directly with their legislators. Nothing about us, without us!
Click the link below to learn more and register:
https://bit.ly/4tqEG7D.

DRC's 2025 Annual Report is now LIVE. Dig into the full report on our website at the link: https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/2025-annual-report

Explore our year in review, impact data, and feature stories of DRC work in 2025. Our eight features this year include both written and video stories and cover a wide range of new work, wins with and for the community, and a lot of disability pride and joy. All of our feature story videos are available in the report in ASL and Audio Description versions.

Last year, facing a challenging political and economic climate at all levels of government, DRC remained steadfast in our commitment to our mission, vision and values. We're incredibly grateful to serve Californians with disabilities by defending disability rights, advancing opportunities, growing power, and expanding public support for disability justice in the state and beyond.

#2025


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Learn how to make the most of your CalABLE account! 💡
Join us on May 13, 2026 at 2 PM (PT) for a free webinar on Qualified Disability Expenses.

We’ll cover CalABLE basics, what counts as a QDE, how to withdraw funds, and answer your FAQs.📚

ASL, Spanish interpretation, and captions provided.

Register today and feel confident using your CalABLE account.
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_370k-4L8QiK0ZALN4qJEng #/registration