Advocacy Network on Disabilities

Advocacy Network on Disabilities Since 1972, Miami-Dade County's lead agency to plan, provide, and coordinate services to individuals. Working for a world where we all belong

About the Advocacy Network with Disabilities

THE ADVOCACY NETWORK ON DISABILITIES champions the rights of individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities by promoting inclusion, providing services, and advancing systems change. Long before “collaboration” and “partnering” were buzz words, these principles were the foundation upon which The Advocacy Network on Disabilities was

founded. Since its beginnings as a subcommittee of South Florida's Health Planning Council in the early 1970s, The Advocacy Network on Disabilities has been a coalition of individuals with disabilities; family members; advocates; community service providers; and other public, private and governmental organizations. With an original focus on individuals with developmental disabilities, today the organization also provides supports and services to individuals with physical, sensory and other disabilities. Our mission is simple: “In partnership with people with disabilities and their families, The Advocacy Network on Disabilities advocates, coordinates and provides supports and services.”

Through facilitating community collaboration, fostering self-advocacy, and promoting acceptance, The Advocacy Network on Disabilities goals include:

1) Helping individuals identify and access supports and services;

2) Bringing unmet needs to the attention of decision-makers and advocating for change;

3) Providing expertise about best practices and specialized resources; and

4) Conducting outreach, education, and professional development activities. The Advocacy Network on Disabilities has a proven track record of excellence. Since 1975, its funders have continuously found the organization in compliance with both programmatic and administrative contract requirements. Consumer Satisfaction Surveys indicate that 96% of respondents are satisfied with the help they receive from us.

09/04/2026

Grateful to be able to serve our community and participate in Miami-Dade County’s budget process. The Board of County Commission Chamber is full past midnight

💜 We’re getting SET for Give Miami Day 2026! 💜Today, the Advocacy Network on Disabilities is at the Give Miami Day SET S...
09/03/2026

💜 We’re getting SET for Give Miami Day 2026! 💜
Today, the Advocacy Network on Disabilities is at the Give Miami Day SET Summit, connecting, learning, and getting ready for one of Miami’s biggest days of generosity!
We’re spending the day sharpening our fundraising strategies, strengthening our storytelling, and learning new ways to engage our community—all so we can make an even greater impact for people with disabilities and their families. 💚
Give Miami Day is about more than fundraising. It’s about Miami coming together to support the organizations working every day to make our community stronger, more inclusive, and a place where everyone belongs.
A big thank you to The Miami Foundation and Radical Partners for bringing our nonprofit community together to learn, collaborate, and get SET! ✨
And yes… we’re already getting excited for Give Miami Day! 💜💚


💙 We’re at the 2026 Disability Resource Fair!The Advocacy Network on Disabilities is excited to be out in the community ...
08/29/2026

💙 We’re at the 2026 Disability Resource Fair!

The Advocacy Network on Disabilities is excited to be out in the community TODAY at Miami-Dade County’s 2026 Disability Resource Fair! 🎉
Families are stopping by our table to learn about our programs, connect with resources, ask questions—and spin the wheel for a little fun! 💚💙
The fair brings together more than 175 organizations offering information and resources on advocacy, employment and training, housing and transportation, recreation, assistive technology, services for children and older adults, inclusive literacy, and much more.
📍 Miami-Dade County Fair Expo Center
10901 Coral Way, Miami
🗓️ Today, August 29
⏰ 10 AM–3 PM
If you’re here, come find the Advocacy Network table and say hello! 👋 We’d love to meet you, share resources, and help connect you with the support you or your family may need.
A big thank you to the Miami-Dade County ADA Office and Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces – Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion for bringing so many community resources together in one place. The 2026 Disability Resource Fair is funded in part by The Children’s Trust.
💙💚 Working for a world where everyone belongs.


🎬 Two days of learning, connecting, and growing at BHCon2026!Our Advocacy Network on Disabilities team is heading home w...
08/28/2026

🎬 Two days of learning, connecting, and growing at BHCon2026!
Our Advocacy Network on Disabilities team is heading home with fresh ideas, new skills, and renewed energy to put what we’ve learned into action for the children, adults, and families we serve. 💙💚
Because the real impact of a conference begins when we bring that knowledge back to our community — helping families thrive, grow, and build stronger futures.
We’re grateful to The Children’s Trust and the Children’s Services Council of Miami-Dade County for investing in services that strengthen children and families throughout our community.
These services are made possible, in part, through a small portion of local property tax dollars — turning community investment into real support for Miami-Dade families.
We learned. We connected. Now it’s time to bring it home. 🎥✨


🎬 Lights, Camera, Action — our team is at BHCon2026! 🎥✨The Advocacy Network on Disabilities team is excited to be at the...
08/26/2026

🎬 Lights, Camera, Action — our team is at BHCon2026! 🎥✨

The Advocacy Network on Disabilities team is excited to be at the Florida Behavioral Health Conference (BHCon2026), the largest behavioral health conference in the Southeast!

From August 26–28, professionals from across the mental health and substance use field are coming together in Orlando to connect, learn, share ideas, and strengthen the work happening in communities across Florida and beyond.

This year’s theme, “Lights, Camera, Action!”, recognizes the many people working behind the scenes and on the front lines every day — clinicians, peer support specialists, administrators, advocates, and community partners — because every role matters. 🌟

We’re looking forward to bringing new ideas, resources, and connections home to the children, adults, and families we serve. 💙💚

📸 And of course, our team is taking in the experience, making connections, and representing Advocacy Network on Disabilities

A small portion of property taxes, helps all children and families thrive.

The Children's Trust Children's Services Council of Broward County

With Children's Services Council of Broward County – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 4 months in a row. 🎉
08/26/2026

With Children's Services Council of Broward County – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 4 months in a row. 🎉

Grateful to The Children's Trust and Children's Services Council of Broward County A small portion of property taxes all...
08/26/2026

Grateful to The Children's Trust and Children's Services Council of Broward County A small portion of property taxes allows our team to attend the 2026 Florida Behavioral Health Conference so we can gain new skills and continue to help all children and families thrive.

Come join us next Saturday
08/22/2026

Come join us next Saturday

Join the 2026 Disability Resource Fair on Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Youth Fair and Expo Center. Explore resources, services and support for people with disabilities in , plus educational sessions, games, door prizes and more. https://spr.ly/6182B1ZoXO

Big shout out to my new rising fans!Jessica Cox
08/08/2026

Big shout out to my new rising fans!

Jessica Cox

💚 We Were All Over Miami Today! 💙It was a busy Saturday for the Advocacy Network on Disabilities — and we wouldn’t have ...
08/08/2026

💚 We Were All Over Miami Today! 💙

It was a busy Saturday for the Advocacy Network on Disabilities — and we wouldn’t have it any other way! 🙌

🎒 In Miami Gardens, our team joined the 2026 Back-to-School Family Resource Fair at Miami Carol City Senior High School, connecting with families as they prepared for a successful new school year. The event brought together community organizations and offered families free school supplies, health services, food, resources, and more.

🌟 At Miami Dade College North Campus, we were also proud to participate in the Leaders with a Destiny Summit, hosted by Alliance Community & Employment Services (ACES). The summit brought together youth and young adults with disabilities, families, educators, advocates, and community organizations for a day focused on leadership, self-advocacy, education, employment readiness, independence, and opportunity.

🎤 And we were especially proud to see our President & CEO, Ire Diaz, participate in a leadership panel, sharing her experience and perspective as part of an important conversation about empowering people with disabilities and building stronger, more inclusive communities.

From Miami Gardens to Miami Dade College, our team was out in the community doing what we do best: connecting with families, sharing resources, building partnerships, and advocating for a Miami where everyone belongs. 💚💙

A huge thank you to the organizers, partners, families, and community members who welcomed us today. This is what community looks like! 🤝♿🌴



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