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Through its membership and its activities and projects, the Council provides a forum and resources for making its vision a reality.

Funded by the federal government with additional funds from the state of New Jersey, The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities is a lead change agent in the State responsible for a vision of what the lives of people with developmental disabilities should be -- That people with developmental disabilities and their families have every opportunity to participate in the design and implementation of programs, services, and supports that promote self-determination and community inclusion.

10/29/2026

NJCDD is hiring a Disability Services Specialist 1 to join our team. The Disability Services Specialist 1 will be responsible for overseeing advocacy activities for individuals with IDD and their families across the lifespan. Responsibilities include monitoring and evaluating key activities, preparing federal reports, engaging people with lived experience, and optimizing advocacy outcomes.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript (if applicable) electronically to [email protected] by November 11, 2026.

Click here to view the full job description: https://njcdd.org/employment-opportunities/

10/28/2026

NJCDD recently hosted our 2026 Community Building Awards. Our Community Building Awards encourage more inclusive communities while showing appreciation for exceptional commitment and advocacy.

Lily Yip was named the Elizabeth Boggs Family Member Advocate Awardee. Lily is the mother of two adult children with autism and developmental disabilities. She gives generously of her time as a disability advocate. In September 2023, she was named Parent of the Month by 1in6Support, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that empowers and uplifts families of children with disabilities. She has been a member of the Somerset County Children’s Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) since 2017. Additionally, Lily is a 2019–2020 NJLEND Family Fellow. Lily is also a 2019 graduate of the New Jersey Partners in Policymaking program.

The Elizabeth Boggs Family Member Advocate Award honors a family member who has worked hard to improve the lives of people with I/DD. Lily’s steadfast commitment to helping people with I/DD and their families makes her a worthy recipient of this award.

Lily (center) is shown here with award presenters Carrie Coffield, PhD (left), and Colleen McLaughlin, MEd (right), co-directors of The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development.

10/27/2026

October 27 Learning Disabilities Month: Eye on Advocacy Weekly E-newsletter https://tinyurl.com/87vhykcx | Stay up to date by subscribing: https://njcdd.org/subscribe-to-the-njcdd.

10/27/2026

NJCDD recently hosted our 2026 Community Building Awards. Our Community Building Awards encourage more inclusive communities while showing appreciation for exceptional commitment and advocacy.

Dr. Franziska Fruzsina Jovin, Cooper University Health Care Chief Experience Officer and Medical Director of the Cooper Program for Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), was named the Distinguished DD Systems Change Awardee.

Like Dr. Jovin, Cooper is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in an environment that minimizes stress and promotes comfort.

Earlier this year, Cooper launched a mobile unit as part of its IDD Program. The innovative unit delivers high-quality, compassionate primary care directly to patients’ homes, community residences, and group homes across southern New Jersey.

The Distinguished DD System Change Award honors a person or organization that has created real systems change and improved the lives of people with I/DD and their families. Dr. Jovin’s leadership of the Cooper Program for Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, including the new mobile unit, is increasing the availability and accessibility of quality care for individuals with IDD in southern New Jersey.

Dr. Jovin (right) is shown here with NJCDD Council Member and award presenter Elizabeth Dalzell (left).

10/23/2026

NJCDD recently hosted our 2026 Community Building Awards. Our Community Building Awards encourage more inclusive communities while showing appreciation for exceptional commitment and advocacy.

Ashley Balcerzak and Jean Rimbach were named the Multi-Media Awardees. In 2025, Ashley and Jean produced a six-part investigative series called “Hidden at
Home.” The series reported on failures in New Jersey’s group home system for adults with developmental disabilities, a system that cares for more than 8,000 people.

The Multi-Media Award honors media professionals who fairly and accurately represent people with I/DD. Ashley and Jean’s work on the “Hidden at Home” series shared untold stories of abuse and neglect that have helped transform the group home system for adults with I/DD in New Jersey.

Jean (left) and Ashley (right) are shown here with Paul Aronsohn, New Jersey's inaugural Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families, who presented their awards.

10/23/2026

The NJ TRANSIT 2026 Accessibility Forum will be held on October 28, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. This annual event is an important opportunity for the public to share feedback on accessible services for customers with disabilities.

During the Forum, NJ TRANSIT will highlight recent accessibility initiatives, provide updates on Access Link and facility projects, and host a Q&A session.

Watch or learn how to participate at http://njtransit.com/accessibilityforum.

10/22/2026

On Sept. 30, NJCDD hosted its 2026 Community Building Awards. Our Community Building Awards encourage more inclusive communities while showing appreciation for exceptional commitment and advocacy.

Marcos Bayas, Director of Special Education at Plainfield Public Schools, was named the Ellie Byra Inclusive Education Awardee. Under Marcos’ leadership, Plainfield Public Schools has removed barriers, strengthened supports, and created learning environments where every student has meaningful access to instruction, relationships, and opportunities alongside their peers. Additionally, the district has expanded professional learning around inclusive instruction, strengthened intervention
systems, and increased collaboration between general and special education teachers. It is noteworthy to mention that Plainfield Public Schools launched a fully inclusive preschool in 2025.

The Ellie Byra Inclusive Education Award honors educators or schools that include students with disabilities in all parts of school life. Marcos works tirelessly to ensure that all Plainfield students feel that they truly belong.

Marcos is shown here with award presenter and founding executive director of The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development, Deborah Spitalnik, Ph.D.

10/22/2026

Visit NJCDD at booth #101 at the 44th Annual Autism Conference, sponsored by .

10/21/2026

On Sept. 30, NJCDD hosted its 2026 Community Building Awards. Our Community Building Awards encourage more inclusive communities while showing appreciation for exceptional commitment and advocacy.

Cobey Meyer was named the Colleen Fraser Self-Advocate Awardee. Through the Think College Policy Advocate program, he met with New Jersey senators and other policymakers in Washington, D.C., to discuss inclusive postsecondary education and disability policy. At the state level, Cobey played a key role in securing a proclamation for Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) Day in New Jersey, collaborating with agencies, school programs, and advocacy organizations.

The Colleen Fraser Self-Advocate Award honors a self-advocate who speaks up for themselves and others and makes a difference. Cobey epitomizes the spirit of this award.

10/21/2026

Adam Kubler, NJCDD Employment Services Coordinator, is in Somerset, New Jersey, where he is waiting to meet you at the 35th Annual School Health Conference. Stop by and say hi!

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Trenton, NJ
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Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
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Sunday	9am - 5pm

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https://njcdd.org/

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