The Arc of DC began as an advocacy organization in 1950. Since that time, the organization has worked to build strong relationships with families, community members, advocacy organizations, as well as the DC City Council, the Mayor's office, and other key city officials across the metropolitian area.

Through our advocacy efforts, we inform and educate key policy makers about issues important to persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

To learn more about recent Arc of DC advocacy efforts, click on the links in the menu to the left.

For more information about how to take action and get involved, please contact T.J. Sutcliffe at (202) 636-2963 or tjsutcliffe@arcdc.net.

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On October 30 th a wide range of disability advocates testified before the D.C. Council in support of the resolution. The Arc of DC’s Board President, Senora Simpson was joined by Board member Robert C. Downs, Board emeritus members Harold and Betty Evans, and Executive Director Mary Lou Meccariello in testimony.

(Mary Lou Meccariello, Executive Director, The Arc of DC) 

(Clarence Thompson, self-advocate, testifying to the DC Council)

(T.J. Sutcliffe, Director of Advocacy & Public Policy, The Arc of DC)