Legal & Educational Advocacy

Four disabled people of color gather around a table during a meeting. A Black woman sitting on a couch gestures and speaks while the three others (a South Asian person sitting in a wheelchair, a Black non-binary person sitting in a chair, and a Black non-binary person standing with a clipboard and cane) face her and listen.

Connect with organizations working for change in your community!

These organizations advocate for children and families, promote inclusive education, and work to protect disability rights across Maryland and the nation. Whether you're looking to attend trainings, participate in policy change, or just connect with others who care, these groups offer many ways to get involved. Some provide direct support, while others focus on systemic change—but all are dedicated to making education and services more equitable. Explore, reach out, and see where your voice fits in.

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Advocacy Organizations

The Arc of the United States

The Arc of the Maryland

Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)

COPAA

Disability Rights Maryland

Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE)

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC)

National Disability Rights Network

Parents Place of Maryland (PPMD)

PGTAG

Looking for local service providers? See Family Support Resources.

Legal Support & Education Rights

Disability Rights Maryland

Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF)

Special Education Guide

Wrightslaw

Looking for Maryland’s official guides and documents? See Federal & State Education Resources.

Need Help Navigating These Resources?

If you have questions about any of the links above or need help understanding how these policies affect your child, our board is here to help. We’re parents and advocates too - and we’re happy to connect.

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This page was last updated: August, 2025.