We want to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives.
We want to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives.
Connect with others, learn more about the issues that matter to you and become advocates in your community. Use the button below to find a project to get involved in.
What’s Coming Up
People with developmental disabilities should have the same choices and opportunities as all Wisconsinites. To do that, we need to change how people think. Find out how you can join in across Wisconsin!
Survival Coalition: Special Education Survey
Calling all Wisconsin special education families! Survival Coalition is helping conduct a...
Community Connection: A Path to Community Leadership Webinar Series
This series builds leadership at every level from your own person-centered planning, to serving on...
What’s the Word – August 2026
“What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important...
Partners in Policymaking: Applications open for 2026-2027 class
The Wisconsin Partners in Policymaking program is a six-session advocacy training to prepare...
Self-Determination Conference 2026: Registration is open!
Registration opened today, July 1 for the 2026 Wisconsin Self-Determination Conference! Join us...
July is Disability Pride Month
Disability Pride Month is celebrated annually each year in July. Disability Pride started as a day...
A quick glance
- 60% of our board are people with developmental disabilities and family members from across Wisconsin.
- Our board members are appointed by the Governor.
- Our board is authorized under the federal government.
- More than 70% of our funds go to local projects and to advocate for better programs.
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