ADVOCACY
While landmark legislation such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 that protects the rights of children and adults with disabilities has enhanced the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities, there is more to be done.
Now more than ever, people with disabilities need to be active participants in their communities and a lively political voice. In addition, the families and friends of children and adults with disabilities can be strong advocates. Together, we can influence legislation and public policy that will ensure people with disabilities lead active, independent lives.
Visit the News section of our website for information on current issues, initiatives and how we can work together.
Volunteer
There are many different ways to volunteer at IICDF as an individual or a group. These include:
- Clerical/general office assistance
- Conducting mock job interviews
- Assisting at an event
- Acting as a guest speaker
- Organizing a fund raiser
Tutors for Business Math and English are needed for our adolescent and adult programs. Tutoring can be a great community service project for high school and college students, Boy and Girl Scouts, Honor Society Students, school/summer break, etc. For more information, contact
To apply as a volunteer at IICDF, please download a volunteer application or request one be sent to you by email.
When you finish filling out the application, please fax it back to us.
Share Your Story
If you, or someone you know, has participated in a program or service offered at IICDF and would like to share a story for possible use in the “Our Stories” section of our website, please contact us here.