Advocacy During the Legislative Session: What Matters and How You Can Help
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of legislative decisions on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Georgia.
Decisions made during Georgia’s legislative session affect the daily lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. These decisions shape whether someone can get help at home, whether a student can stay in an inclusive classroom, and whether people can access the healthcare they need. These choices are not just about policy—they affect real people every day. This session, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is focused on a smal...
Topics covered
- advocacy
- legislative session
- intellectual disabilities
- developmental disabilities
- healthcare access
- inclusive education
Keywords
- advocacy
- legislation
- disabilities
- healthcare
- education
- Georgia
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
Places: Georgia
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