About Us
Founded in 1978, CTD is the largest and oldest member-driven cross-disability organization in the state. "Cross-disability" refers to all types of disabilities and different functional needs, rather than a particular disability or subset of disabilities. CTD envisions a future where all Texans with all disabilities may work, live, learn, play, and participate fully in the community of their choice.
We focus on legislative advocacy, public awareness activities, and promoting consumer direction to make Texas a leader in disability-related public policy and culture.
Our staff and members work with legislators, state agencies, and partner organizations to create public policy that protects or empowers Texans with disabilities. And, we organize collaborative awareness raising events, such as letter writing campaigns, rallies and presentations on subjects such as accessible voting, civil rights, and new state level initiatives with the potential to affect the disability community.
CTD is a recognized leader on a number of policy areas, among them, accessibility, civil rights, and Medicaid. Our legislative priorities are directed by our members, and we call upon them throughout the year to advocate at the local, state, and federal level. We bring our expertise and experience to a variety of professional groups and businesses, from architecture and construction firms to health care companies to state agencies. Through trainings, research, and other services, CTD increases accessibility, positive interactions, and smart practices within the business community. Entrepreneurs ourselves, we run an in-house Financial Management Services Agency, Capitol Care CDS.
Engaging the general public contributes to positive cultural shifts, and for this reason, CTD is committed to holding outstanding public awareness initiatives. Each year, we produce events and presentations that focus on disability in the arts, sports & recreation, and consumer education, notably, our award winning Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival and monthly Lion & Pirate virtual open mics.
About Us
Our Staff
Based in Austin, CTD's staff is composed of dedicated individuals with and without disabilities.
Our Board
CTD's Board of Directors reflects the population of Texas in terms of types of disability, geographic representation, ethnicity, and income level.
Our History
Founded in 1978, CTD has grown to become the oldest and largest consumer-driven cross-disability organization in Texas.
Our Awards
Our work has earned praise from partners, clients, colleagues, and more.
Media Kit
Members of the media interested in leveraging our expertise or scheduling an interview about an issue or upcoming event are encouraged to contact Chase Bearden at info@txdisabilities.org.
Annual Report
Learn about last year's advocacy and organizing activities, arts and community events, and more in our detailed, easy to read annual reports.
