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
- October 2020: Disability Film Festival Features International Shorts, Civil War for Virtual Event
- September 2018: New ACC Study Reveals Texas-Sized Disability Voting Bloc (with the REV UP Texas coalition)
- August 2018: O’Rourke, Valdez, Collier, Nelson to Speak at Texas Disability Issues Forum (with the REV UP Texas coalition)
- October 2017: Humans—and Other Animals—Thrive with Prosthetics at Disability Film Festival
- March 2017: Disability Community Warns Gov. Abbott of Block Grant, Per Capita Cap Risks
CTD in the News
- Letter to the Editor: Reinstate protections for disabled, LGBTQ clients
October 25, 2020. Austin American-Statesman. - Lawmakers, advocates decry social worker code of ethics change at press conference
October 23, 2020. Dallas Voice. - Texas draws fire for striking protections for LGBTQ and disabled people from social work code of conduct
October 17, 2020. Dallas Morning News. - Texas Dems Declare ‘Big War’ on Gov Over Mail-In Vote Restriction
October 1, 2020. The Daily Best. Voting. - Trump executive order undermines vaccine innovation
September 28, 2020. Galveston County Daily News.
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.
