Disability Policy Consortium is redefining the role of government as it affects the lives of people with disabilities.

Our credo is About Us, By Us: When decisions are made about people with disabilities people with disabilities must play a lead role in making them.

OUR ADVOCACY

Changing disability legislation one policy at a time.

Our advocacy team has achieved important legislative, workplace, and community-based victories over the years. DPC’s ongoing efforts positively impact the lives of Massachusetts residents with disabilities. See the latest updates on our advocacy below, take a look at this year’s Legislative Access & Inclusion Agenda, or jump right to our Action Center.

Are you an agency looking for Disability DEI training or consultation?

We can help: Learn about our Disability DEI services.

Latest Advocacy Updates

Or go straight to Our Advocacy to get into the details of what we do.

PROGRAMS

We’re a resource for disability programs in Massachusetts.

See programs below from DPC, our partners, and other organizations working to improve the lives of those with disabilities.

Disability DEI

This DPC initiative provides disability focused DEI training, workplace inclusion consulting, and Technical Assistance to help organizations hear from disabled perspectives and promote disability inclusion.

Learn more about our Disability DEI services and pricing.

MyOmbudsman

My Ombudsman helps people with and without disabilities get the care they need from their MassHealth health plans. We ensure that individuals can exercise their rights and access the benefits they have as a MassHealth member.

Learn more about MyOmbudsman offerings.

Research

Research is a crucial part of improving the lives of those with disabilities. Catch up on the latest disability research—and find new/ongoing opportunities to participate in research studies.

See the latest Research updates and opportunities.

GET INVOLVED

Everyone can take action.

If there’s a disability rights issue that you’re passionate about, DPC is here to help guide and inform you along the way. Keep scrolling to learn more about opportunities to get involved, or help us keep up the good work by making a donation.

Join Our Organizing Work

Our teams of volunteer advocates work on housing and healthcare issues—and we’re always looking for more.

Learn more about our organizing work and how to get started.

Participate in Surveys and Studies

Surveys and studies lead to understanding the needs of people with disabilities—and making positive changes.

See the latest surveys and studies.

Attend Events

Looking for an event you can join locally or online? We post regular event opportunities for you to attend.

See all upcoming events.

Contact Your Legislators

The most effective way to get a piece of legislation to pass is to tell your legislators why it’s important to you.

Learn more about contacting your legislators.

Join us at upcoming events.

DPC’s Present in Focus

DPC By the Numbers

  • 26 Full- and Part-Time Employees

  • $2.7M Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2024

  • 15 Community Members Serve on the Board of Directors

  • 4K+ Medicaid Members Served by MyOmbudsman

  • >75% Employees and Directors Identify as Disabled

  • 7x State Funding Increase Won Since 2014 for Affordable, Accessible Housing

Key Issues

  • Wheelchair Warranty and Repair Reform

  • Disabled Parents’ Rights

  • Medicaid Estate Recovery

  • Healthcare Non-Discrimination

  • Independent Living Supports

LATEST

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Your donations support grassroots organizing and community-based research that makes our state a more accessible and inclusive place.