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Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities!
Do you have Medicaid? It's time to update your contact info!
It’s important to renew Medicaid coverage contact information now before it is set to expire in October.  ​​

Arkansas Medicaid recipients can update contact information by going to ar.gov/update, or by calling (844) 872-2660.





Join the Disability Rights Arkansas team!

Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) is seeking a Project Coordinator to coordinate and support self-advocates throughout the state under the Self-Advocates Network Development (SAND) Grant with the Arkansas Alliance for Disability Advocacy.
This position will have the primary responsibility of supporting all self-advocates and existing self-advocacy groups in Arkansas.

For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications, and to APPLY:








Saturday, September 24, 2022
10:30 a.m. - Noon


Adults on the Autism Spectrum Monthly Support Group

Downtown Main Library: Fribourgh Room, 1st Floor

Physical Meeting Address:
Downtown Little Rock Library
100 Rock Street
Little Rock, AR 72201

For more information, visit here:
Ready to Join the Council?
Not a member yet and interested in joining?

The Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) consists of 23 members who are appointed by the Governor. The Governor is responsible for appointing members and seeks the most qualified candidates for these appointed positions. In accordance with Public Law 106‐ 402 and Arkansas Executive Order 15‐19, members are required to be one of the following:

  • Individuals with developmental disabilities or family members of individuals with developmental disabilities

  • Representatives of state agencies that serve people with disabilities

  • Representatives from local agencies and/or nonprofit private organizations that provide services and supports for people with disabilities
Council's Work Plan
Get Involved! Mark Your Calendars.

Our September meeting was a huge success. Now onto our next Council meeting December 8! You do NOT need to be a Council member to participate in the meetings and contribute ideas of your own. We look forward to seeing you there!
Advocacy Takes Action

Next Election:
Thursday, September 22 – Spa Area Independent Living Services (SAILS), Hot Springs | Brought to you by Arkansas Alliance for Disability Advocacy and Sources for Spa Area Independent Living Services

For more info and to stay updated on times and locations:

RSVP here:
Check out our YouTube!
This video on our YouTube page is one of super importance because it includes some really helpful self-advocate tips on interacting with individuals with disabilities. We would love for you to share this with someone you know to help spread understanding and awareness in our community. When in doubt, "follow the Golden Rule."