
5 Tips to Prepare for the 2024 Hurricane Season
Crystal Goodwin, TCDD’s public health and disability integration specialist, shares information for people with disabilities to get ready for this year’s hurricane season.

Crystal Goodwin, TCDD’s public health and disability integration specialist, shares information for people with disabilities to get ready for this year’s hurricane season.

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Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed five new TCDD Council members, reappointed one member, and named Andrew Crim as chair.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Find mental health resources for people with disabilities.

During the meetings, Council members awarded grant funding for new and ongoing projects and discussed important disability issues and initiatives.

Gerken previously worked on disability policy through positions at The Arc of Texas, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and Easterseals Central Texas. She joined TCDD on July 1, 2020.

Kaleh coordinates external communications for TCDD, including public advocacy campaigns and outreach activities for the Council’s initiatives. She joined TCDD on Jan. 19, 2021.
Gov. Greg Abbott released his list of emergency items, and the Texas House set its committee appointments.

The four-part webinar series is titled, “Promoting a Positive Experience with Special Education in Rural Communities and Small Districts.” It begins Jan. 26, 2021.
During the first week of the session, the House and Senate approved rules on legislative procedure, public testimony, and COVID-19 testing for lawmakers and visitors to the Capitol building.

Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, developed legislative advocacy strategies, and more.

TCDD is seeking a Public Policy Analyst to perform policy and legislative advocacy activities that support our Council’s goals and priorities.

A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.

Access free online trainings and advance your disability advocacy skills.

A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.