About OCECD - Who We Are

 Highlighted Resources:
• Mediation: A Guide for Parents

OCECD is a statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the educational interests of children with disabilities.

OCECD's experienced staff-many of whom have children or other family members with disabilities-are available to assist individuals or groups with such areas as:

• Public policy and school reform
• Identification of disabilities
• Early intervention for infants and preschoolers
• Family support systems
• Special education
• Community based services
• Information, referral and networking services
• Transition from high school to employment/college in the community
• Resources for professionals
• Team work between persons with disabilities, their families and service providers

Tools used by OCECD to provide assistance include:

• one-on-one consultation
• group presentations and training sessions
• numerous published materials, including a bi-monthly newsletter

OCECD also collaborates with local parent support organizations to offer information, training and support to parents of children with disabilities.

Organized in 1972, the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities is composed of over 50 parent and professional organizations. Each member organization has two representatives on the OCECD Governing Board, serving without compensation. Governing Board meetings are held bi-monthly and are open to the public.

OCECD actively seeks financial support from interested individuals and organizations. OCECD is a non-profit organization and has 501(c) 3 tax-exempt status. All contributions made to OCECD are tax deductible.