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Our mission is to bring about social and policy changes that promote opportunities for the wide spectrum of diverse Georgians with developmental disabilities and their families to live, learn, lead, work, play and worship in their communities.

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Our public policy efforts encourage the integration between people with developmental disabilities, the people who support them, and the community as a whole. We foster change and public awareness that reflects the needs of people with developmental disabilities.

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The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) collaborates with, supports and funds many projects across Georgia that promote best practices demonstrating innovative programs and activities that create opportunities to enhance the quality of life for Georgians living with developmental disabilities (DD).

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Congratulations IPSE Class of 2026!

June 2026 Issue

Current Feature Stories

Georgia IPSE Programs Celebrate Graduates and Milestones

Jun 4, 2026 | GCDD

Last month, parents, family members, educators, and friends celebrated the newest college graduates of the Class of 2026. Across the ten inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) programs in Georgia…

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Your Vote Still Counts: What You Need to Know About the June 16 Runoff Election

Jun 4, 2026 | GCDD

Did you vote in Georgia's May primary election? If so, your work isn't done yet. If you did not vote in the primary election, you can still vote in June’s primary runoff election. The primary runoff…

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Current Topics

Public Policy for the People: Final State Budget Reduces Number of I/DD Waivers

Jun 4, 2026 | Jacob Segura | Public Policy For The People

On May 12, 2026, Gov. Brian Kemp signed the state budget for fiscal year 2027. This is the final state budget he will sign as governor since his term as Georgia’s governor ends January 27, 2027. Aft…

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Reminder: Share Your Input on GCDD’s Next Five-Year Strategic Plan by June 19

Jun 4, 2026 | GCDD | GCDD Updates

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is reminding community members that there is still time to review and comment on the proposed 2027–2031 Five-Year Strategic Plan. The public c…

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Save the Date for GCDD’s Candidate Forum!

Jun 4, 2026 | GCDD | GCDD Updates

Join the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities on Thursday, September 17th, for its 2026 Candidate Forum. This is a virtual event where candidates running for public office will share their v…

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