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.
Families and Individuals
We believe you are the expert and should make as many decisions about your life as possible We provide tools and learning opportunities throughout the state to help you understand the issues that matter to you.
Business and Community
People with developmental disabilities are essential citizens in our state. Learn how your business, organization, and community can provide the most opportunities and support.
Policymakers
You can make systemic change throughout Wisconsin to improve transportation, employment, health care and other big issues. We are the expert, nonpartisan group that can guide you.
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!
Questions about Electronic Visit Verification?
Beginning May 1, The Department of Health Services will impose consequences when electronic visit...
Partners with Business Grant Applications Open
We want to partner with businesses interested in hiring more people with intellectual and...
State Budget Virtual Training: May 17th
The Joint Finance Committee hearings on the state budget are over but the state budget process...
What’s the Word?
Each month we feature a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?”...
Youth Leadership Forum 2023 – Staff Applications Deadline Extended to April 21st
The Youth Leadership Forum is a week-long, overnight leadership training and career awareness...
People First WI Virtual Community Conversation – April 20th
Do you know that people with disabilities are 4 times more likely to be rape or sexual assault...
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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