In every state and territory, programs authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act) empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to help shape policies that impact them. Different programs have different rules on what they can do and how they can spend their money.  Developmental Disability Councils in […]

The Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is excited to announce our 2024 Lunch and Learn Series! There will be 1-3 Webinars per month on various disability related topics! Registration is only required for each series to receive materials and a link for virtual attendance. Attendance is FREE and open to anyone, but content is […]

Aktion Club If you want to make a difference in your life and community, check out Aktion Club. More than 6,433 adults with disabilities around the world are involved in this Kiwanis-family program, developing leadership skills while working with others to help those in need. Their projects range from fundraising for Sleeping Children Around the […]

We have a lending library with books for and about the disability community. These books are free to rent. A prepaid return label and envelope will be sent with the book to ensure a safe and free return of the item. If you are interested in checking out one of our books, please contact Rebecca […]

Our Council Members are dedicated and passionate individuals, serving the I/DD Community in the State of Nevada. Meet the Chair – Christine Riggi Christine Riggi is a stay-at-home mother of four children.  Her middle eldest daughter was born with Down syndrome in 2012.  This was the launch of Christine’s journey of trying to educate herself […]