Media Kit
Founded in 1978, the Coalition of Texans with Disabilities is the oldest and largest member-driven disability advocacy organization in the state. We take a multi-front approach to making Texas a leader in disability-related public policy and culture. Our work revolves around legislative advocacy, public awareness events and activities, and professional services.
Areas of policy expertise and experience include physical and technologic accessibility, civil rights, healthcare, and community living. Members of the media interested in leveraging our expertise or scheduling an interview about an upcoming event are encouraged to contact Dennis Borel at 512-478-3366 ext. 302.
Press Releases
- January 2022: Increased Arrests of School Staff for Violent Restraint Against Texas Students (with Disability Rights Texas, The Arc of Texas, the Autism Society of Texas, Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities, and Texas Parent to Parent)
- August 2021: Local Disability Film Festival Spotlights International Shorts for Virtual Events
- August 2021: CTD Applauds Senate Inclusion of Ballot Cure Provisions in SB 1, Urges Lawmakers to Remove Others Barriers to Voting in Proposed Legislation
- June 2021: Texas Disability Advocates Call on Social Work Board to Protect Rights (with The Arc of Texas and Disability Rights Texas)
- April 2021: Patient Advocates Call on Texas Legislature to Help Protect Texans from Rising Out-of-Pocket Costs
CTD in the News
- Letters to the editor: Lawmakers set 'poverty wages' for critical in-home care workers
January 22, 2022 Austin American-Statesman. - WFAA Investigates failures of Texas system to protect disabled
November 4, 2021. WFAA. - Letters to the editor: More needs to be done to help caregivers
October 30, 2021. Austin American-Statesman. - Spears case spotlights state efforts to rein in conservators
October 1, 2021. Spectrum News. - Interview: William Greer, director, Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival, Lost Reel Short Film Showcase 2021
September 9, 2021. Light Camera Austin, KOOP Radio.
Resources for journalists writing about disability
- Disability Language Style Guide (National Center on Disability and Journalism)
- Reporting and Writing about Disabilities (National Disability Rights Network)
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 Dennis Borel at 512-478-3366.
Annual Report
Learn about this year's advocacy and organizing activities, arts and community events, and more in our detailed, easy to read annual reports.
