New york State disability services council (NYSDSC)

New York State Disability Services Council (NYSDSC) is an independent, professional organization of individuals who have responsibility for the provision of disability services to students in New York State in degree-granting institutions of higher education.

Misson Statement:

To strengthen the professional knowledge and expertise of the membership for affiliated campus communities and the greater education community, while actively advocating for the inclusion, equity and dignity of students with disabilities in higher education in New York State. 

Vision Statement: 

To be recognized as experts in disability service in higher education in NYS and to be proactive in facilitating change for the benefit of students with disabilities

Our members

Membership (in the Full Membership category) is open to individuals who make policy or are involved in coordinating disability services at degree-granting institutions of higher education with campuses within New York State. Current members include student disability service providers, disability specialists, assistive technology service coordinators, learning resource and academic support center personnel, student support service administrators and deans, residence life personnel, and 504/ADA compliance officers. Often our members wear more than one hat.

Our collaborators

Membership is also available via an Associate Membership to any person (including, but not limited to, students, faculty, ACCES-VR counselors, NYSCB counselors, and pre-professionals) who would not qualify for Full Membership but who are interested in the provision of disability services to students with disabilities at higher education Institutions.

Events

The NYSDSC conducts two conferences/meetings per year, usually held in June and November, designed to share information and provide training for its members, as well as provide the opportunity for networking among new and seasoned professionals.

Within this web site you will find information and tools for developing and providing services to students with disabilities. We hope you find it helpful. We welcome your feedback.

To join the NYSDSC, click the "Join" link in the navigation bar above!