DC Office of Disability Rights: Commission on Persons with Disabilities

“The Commission serves as an advisory body to inform and advise the District on programs, services, facilities, and activities that impact the lives of residents with disabilities in the District of Columbia. The Commission is committed to enhancing the image, status, inclusion, and quality of life for all District of Columbia residents, visitors, and employees with disabilities, and ensuring that they have the same rights and opportunities as those without disabilities.

We are working on community outreach and have established advisory subcommittees on accessible transportation, assistive technology, job creation, adequate housing and the enhancement of independent living skills. We’re conducting community forums on topics of interest to our constituency, including transportation and health. We meet with District and private-sector providers of disability services, and generally work toward fuller participation of people with disabilities in District life. The DCCPD collaborates with other District Government Agencies on the Mayor’s Annual Disability Awareness Conference. The conference highlights various city services for people with disabilities and encourages meaningful employment opportunities within District Government.”