Congratulations to the 2025 Partners in Policymaking Graduates
On June 7, 2025, 18 people in Baton Rouge completed the Partners in Policymaking program and became Louisiana’s 34th graduating class. The Council is proud of their hard work and dedication.
Pierite, LaToya Carnahan, Charles “Trae” Vallot. Sitting left to right Mandie Zaunbrecher, Trinity Jacobs, Amber Delone, Jasmine Harris
2025 Partners in Policymaking Reunion
This year we also held a special event! On August 29–30, more than 60 Partners in Policymaking graduates met in Baton Rouge for a reunion. They listened to speakers, shared stories, and celebrated their work as disability advocates. It was a reminder that even though a lot has been accomplished, there is still more to do. Graduates left the reunion feeling encouraged and ready to keep making a difference for people with disabilities in Louisiana.
Interested in Partners in Policymaking?
Partners in Policymaking is a free training program for people with developmental disabilities and for parents of young children with developmental disabilities. In this program, you learn about important disability issues, how laws are made, and how to share your story to make positive changes in your community and state.
Applications are open now for the 2026 class. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2025.
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