Our Board
CTD's Board of Directors reflects the population of Texas in terms of types of disability, geographic representation, ethnicity, and income level.
Executive Committee:
- President: Kenneth Semien, Sr.*, Beaumont, past President of the American Council of the Blind of Texas
- Vice President: Crystal Lyons* **, Corpus Christi, transportation advocate
- Secretary: Sean Pevsner*, Arlington, Whitburn & Pevsner, PLLC
- Treasurer: Jet Schuler, Tyler, Owner of Touch of CLASS
At Large Members:
- Region 1: Alina Arredondo, LMSW*, El Paso, Volar Center for Independent Living
- Region 2: vacant
- Region 3: Darren Bates*, Austin, Founder & President of Darren Bates, LLC
- Region 4: Darrell Wilson*, San Antonio, Legislative Director of Paralyzed Veterans of American Texas Chapter
- Region 5: Marshall Burns*, Corpus Christi, self-advocate
- Region 6: Francis Key*, Dallas, Carden Law Office
- Region 7: Maria R. Palacios*, Houston Commission on Disability
- Region 8: vacant
*PWD **Parent of a PWD
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.
