DC Office of Disability Rights (ODR)

10/02/2026

The Office of Disability Rights wants to hear from YOU! Share your experiences and ideas to help us set priorities for FY27. Take our community survey, your feedback guides programs and advocacy for the DDDBHH community across the District. https://forms.dc.gov/ng/fa/FY26DivisionofDeafDeafBlindandHardofHearingSurvey

09/29/2026

The Office of Disability Rights wants to hear from YOU! Share your experiences and ideas to help us set priorities for FY27. Take our community survey, your feedback guides programs and advocacy for the DDDBHH community across the District. https://odr.dc.gov/.../fy26-division-deaf-deaf-blind-and...

The Office of Disability Rights wants to hear from YOU! Share your experiences and ideas to help us set priorities for FY27. Take our community survey, your feedback guides programs and advocacy for the DDDBHH community across the District. https://forms.dc.gov/ng/fa/FY26DivisionofDeafDeafBlindandHardofHearingSurvey

09/10/2026

Join us for the 18th Annual Olmstead Community Integration Conference!
Celebrating progress in independent living with panel discussions, community resources, and the Laura E. White Award.
Sept 22, 2026 | 10 AM–1 PM
441 4th St NW, DC
Register: https://tinyurl.com/Olmstead-Conference

07/23/2026

Statement from the Director, DC Office of Disability Rights

07/21/2026

DC is under a Heat Alert until Wednesday, July 22 at 8:00 AM. Temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. Taking frequent breaks while working outside. http://heat.dc.gov for more information.

07/20/2026

Don’t miss this ADA celebration packed with art, community & creativity; panel, exhibit, activity, and resources. July 22, 2026 | 5–7 PM MLK Jr. Library, 5th Floor All are welcome! Register: https://tinyurl.com/3cbdycfj

07/17/2026

A Code Purple air quality alert has been issued for DC. During a Code Purple alert, the risk of health effects is increased for everyone. DC HSEMA is monitoring the impact of Canadian wildfire smoke on the region. Check http:// airnow.gov/dc for air quality updates. Limit time outside during periods of poor air quality.

07/16/2026

DC is under a Heat Alert until Friday, July 17 at 8:00 AM. Temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter.

You can beat the heat by:

Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas.
Taking frequent breaks while working outside.
Drinking plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.

Visit http://heat.dc.gov for more information, including free places to keep cool.

07/14/2026

Join us for an Access to Expression: Inclusive Arts in DC! Celebrate the ADA with art, community & creativity panel, exhibit, hands‑on activity, and accessible resources. July 22, 2026 | 5–7 PM MLK Jr. Memorial Library, 5th Floor All are welcome! Register: https://tinyurl.com/3cbdycfj

07/09/2026

Join us for an Access to Expression: Inclusive Arts in DC! Celebrate the ADA with art, community & creativity panel, exhibit, hands‑on activity, and accessible resources.
July 22, 2026 | 5–7 PM
MLK Jr. Memorial Library, 5th Floor
All are welcome!
Register: https://tinyurl.com/3cbdycfj