Legislative Platform & Advocacy
Learn about the Council’s policy platform and how you can be involved.
There are several ways for self-advocates, family members and caregivers to get involved and support those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Visit the links below to learn more about these programs and initiatives and how you can get involved.
Advocacy and Leadership Opportunities Guide
A guide for Floridians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to empower strong advocacy and leadership across the state of Florida
Guía sobre las Oportunidades de Defensa y Liderazgo
Guía dirigida a los habitantes de Florida con discapacidades intelectuales y de desarrollo y sus familias, para fortalecer una sólida gestión de defensa y liderazgo a lo largo de todo el Estado
Legislative Platform
Advocating and promoting programs, practices and innovative initiatives
Outreach Initiative
Make an impact in your local community to support the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day activities.
DD Awareness Day
Urging the Florida Legislature to provide funding for care and support