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Advocacy & Leadership Awards

Discover how NCCDD supports people with I/DD and drives change in North Carolina.

Learn About NCCDD

Upcoming Council Meeting

The NCCDD Council will resume meetings in 2027. Dates and locations are pending. 

Five-Year State Plan

The plan guides NCCDD’s priorities and funding to improve the lives of people with I/DD in North Carolina.

Current Initiatives

Learn about the Council's current initiatives to further innovation supporting the I/DD community.

Funding Opportunities

Discover funding opportunities for initatives and support to attend conferences.

Our Impact During FFY 2026

200
Advocates

brought their voices to the General Assembly during an I/DD Caucus 

28
Leaders

graduated from the Advancing Leadership Program of North Carolina

885
Individuals

with I/DD & family members engaged in NCCDD's monthly webinars

475
First Responders

in Raleigh received training on interacting with people with I/DD

Our State Plan Goals

Goal 1 - Increase Financial Security

Increase Advocacy and Leadership

Increase advocacy; educate and engage the I/DD community; raise awareness with policy leaders and citizens

Goal 2 - Increase Community Living

Belonging and Community

More housing choices and better transportation; better prepare for and respond to emergencies; increase access to supports and services

Goal 3 - Increase Advocacy

Increase Financial Security and Independence

Increase Competitive Integrated Employment; increase Inclusive Post-Secondary Education leading to work and independence; build financial knowledge

Learn More About Our State Plan