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The NCCDD is committed to promoting full inclusion of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.

For project and initiative funding details, visit https://www.nccdd.org/initiatives-funding

02/25/2026

Excerpt from this month’s message from NCCDD’s Executive Director Talley Wells:

“Yes, we have to advocate and times will be challenging, but we also should find ways to celebrate the diverse gifts of individuals and families in our community. We should find ways to have more fun. We should spend more time together doing things together that make a difference rather than just focusing on the struggles we encounter.”

Read the full message in our most recent newsletter here: https://nccdd.org/news-media/highlights-hot-topics/january-2026-highlights-and-hot-topics

02/24/2026

Advocacy Training Opportunity Available!

The Ability Leadership Program of North Carolina (ALP-NC) is accepting applications for this year's Cohort 1, a peer-led program that empowers advocates within the disability rights community. The cohort provides online educational and professional development training to help advocates build leadership skills and learn how to advocate collectively for change.

Ready to apply? Visit this link to submit your application form: https://forms.gle/U6uBfNNbYFnYWk3K8

Applications for Cohort 1 will be accepted through Monday, March 2, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. ET.

For more information:
Visit the Ability Leadership Program website at https://www.alp-nc.org

02/18/2026

New Council Member Spotlight: Kenneth Kelty

Kenneth Kelty is from Chapel Hill and works in disability and advocacy research. His work focuses on policy, postsecondary education, and leadership training through the LEND program.

Kelty also hosts the podcast “Exceeding Expectations with Kenneth Kelty,” where he interviews people making a positive impact for the disability community locally and nationally.

“As a Council member, I want to create more professional advocacy opportunities for people with lived experience and keep moving important conversations about inclusion forward,” Kelty said. “I believe in ‘nothing about us, without us.’”

Read about Kenneth Kelty and more new Council members in our most recent newsletter here: https://nccdd.org/news-media/highlights-hot-topics/january-2026-highlights-and-hot-topics

02/17/2026

Upcoming Online Event: The Council Presents

Topic: Learn about the Ability Leadership Program of North Carolina (ALP-NC) - The Council Presents
When: Thursday, February 26 at 1:00pm
Where: Zoom https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/JTEBPG47SW2g2Z9fVyH0PQ #/registration

Join advocacy leaders with lived experience from ALP-NC!

Learn what the training program is like and how they use what they learn in real advocacy work.

Hear directly from some of North Carolina’s leading advocates, including:
- Cameron Kempson, CEO of Centered Resources and ALP Coordinator
- Hannah Shumaker, ALP-NC Director
- ALP-NC graduates and facilitators.

The ALP-NC program is run by Centered Resources LLC and funded by the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD).

02/12/2026

New Council Member Spotlight: Demi Eckoff

“My disability has shaped my life and my perspective,” Eckoff says. “I have been involved at the legislative level in a few states and have fought for the services I receive. My goal is to advocate to create laws for individuals with I/DD to be able to move state-to-state and still receive independent living waivers.”

Eckoff has a rare form of congenital muscular dystrophy and has been a self-advocate from a young age. Her personal experience has shaped her lifelong commitment to disability advocacy.

Her top priority is making sure people with disabilities have access to essential services and affordable housing.

“As a public health professional, I believe in taking the macro-level approach, which starts at the legislative level. Additionally, it is imperative that there is a larger presence of people with I/DD and their families and caregivers in power in North Carolina. It is vital to expand housing that is I/DD accessible, safe, and affordable.”

Read about Demi Eckoff and more new Council members in our most recent newsletter here: https://nccdd.org/news-media/highlights-hot-topics/january-2026-highlights-and-hot-topics

02/06/2026

New Council Member Spotlight: Kimberly Hernandez

Kimberly Hernandez believes that support and guidance are crucial for ensuring the well-being of individuals with disabilities. Another critical part of that is the availability of resources.

“I know from first-hand experience that early intervention between the parents and child plays a huge factor,” said Hernandez. “Providing financial resources for whatever parents need to support their child is a priority. Additionally, having peer mentor support for individuals with I/DD would help them grow throughout all stages of life.”

Read about Kimberly Hernandez and more new Council members in our most recent newsletter here: https://nccdd.org/news-media/highlights-hot-topics/january-2026-highlights-and-hot-topics

02/05/2026

Join NCCDD’s Monthly Policy Education Meeting!

Date: February 12, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom

Registration link: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu-uqD8oHpxzFX9FiES_lSmk_8OP4r4

The meeting provides public policy information that educates and informs people with I/DD, their families, and the community of disability policy updates.

Public Policy Education Meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of every month and are free and open to the public.

02/04/2026

Join the next Self-Advocate Discussion Series on February 18: Developing Relationships

Date: Wednesday, February 18
Time: 1 PM ET
Where: Virtual via Zoom
Register now: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/GwJ-kZReQ7G4Joz9GYr_6g #/registration
Please register at least one week before the event.

Relationships matter. They shape our lives in big ways.

In our next webinar, we’ll talk about how to build and keep healthy relationships—and how to step away from ones that aren’t good for you.

Join us to share stories such as how you:
- Met a best friend
- Built a strong connection with a lawmaker
- Found a life partner through someone you once dated
- Made the tough choice to end an unhealthy relationship

Watch this video to see what our Self-Advocate webinars are like.

02/02/2026

Don’t miss these upcoming online events in February!

Policy Education Meeting
Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon

Self-Advocate Discussion Series
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Council Presents
Thursday, February 25, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Register for these and other events on the NCCDD website here: https://nccdd.org/get-involved/calendar

NCCDD offers several monthly webinars to help you stay educated and informed. All meetings are free and open to the public. Stay informed and become involved in important conversations – there’s something for everyone in the I/DD community!

01/30/2026

NCCDD's January newsletter is available now!

In this month's Highlights and Hot Topics:
- Letter from the Executive Director
- NCCDD Welcomes New Council Members
- Public Policy Updates (as of 1/19/26)
- Upcoming NCCDD Webinars in February

Read the full newsletter at this link: https://nccdd.org/news-media/highlights-hot-topics/january-2026-highlights-and-hot-topics

01/27/2026

Excerpts from December’s HHT message from NCCDD’s Executive Director Talley Wells:

“As I look back, I’m struck by how much this community has accomplished in a year that asked so much of us.

The Council supported initiatives throughout the year that help people with I/DD live better lives. These projects focus on building advocacy skills, supporting community living, and helping people become more financially independent.

In moments when it could have been easy to feel discouraged, our community chose action.

I invite you to watch our Year in Reflection video to learn more about what NCCDD focused on during the year.”

Onward to 2026!

Talley Wells
NCCDD Executive Director

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