National Catholic Partnership on Disability - NCPD

National Catholic Partnership on Disability - NCPD The National Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD) was established in 1982 to foster implementation of the Pastoral Statement of U.S.

Following the example of Jesus, the National Catholic Partnership on Disability works with dioceses, parishes, ministers, and the laity to advance the full and meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in the life of the Church and society. Catholic Bishops on People with Disabilities. Passed unanimously on November 16, 1978, this prophetic document calls for welcome of the now over fo

urteen million Catholics who live with disabilities. It states that these persons must be able to participate in the celebrations and obligations of their faith, and advocates for their inclusion "within the total fabric of society." NCPD likewise promotes implementation of the Guidelines for the Celebration of the Sacraments with Persons with Disabilities, approved by the U.S. bishops in June 1995 to provide pastoral guidance on sacramental access for people with disabilities.

Check out our August infographic! We encourage dioceses and parishes to share our infographics with their communities. W...
08/08/2026

Check out our August infographic! We encourage dioceses and parishes to share our infographics with their communities. We also have a Spanish version available.

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High school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, have more op...
08/01/2026

High school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, have more options every year.

NCPD has started a list of Catholic colleges and universities with non-degree programs specifically designed for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/Ie9eo44

On this World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope Leo reminds us that no one is forgotten by God. This special da...
07/26/2026

On this World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope Leo reminds us that no one is forgotten by God. This special day is an invitation to ensure every grandparent and elderly person knows they are valued, loved, and an essential part of our Church family.

Read Pope Leo's message:

  Pope Leo XIV’s message on the occasion of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly was published today; the sixth edition of this event will be celebrated on Sunday, July 26, ...

This summer, take part in an academic research study on ecclesial dynamics present within Catholic systems and structure...
07/20/2026

This summer, take part in an academic research study on ecclesial dynamics present within Catholic systems and structures through an online quantitative survey, with an invitation to volunteer for qualitative research interviews this fall.

Learn more about the study here: https://loom.ly/rEGEwh4

This course offers your parish ideas, suggestions, and a general framework for developing a ministry to welcome and supp...
07/15/2026

This course offers your parish ideas, suggestions, and a general framework for developing a ministry to welcome and support persons experiencing homelessness within your community.

Learn more and register: https://loom.ly/8CPZKTI

Free cooking workshops for and with persons with disabilities hosted by the Croatian Association UNUO on Tuesday, July 1...
07/13/2026

Free cooking workshops for and with persons with disabilities hosted by the Croatian Association UNUO on Tuesday, July 14 & Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 8am-8pm. Hourly Cooking Slots Available.

UNUO empowers persons with disabilities for independent living and the job market. Chefs Vedran and Silvija have given cooking classes all over Europe and now are in the US!

Location: Capuchin College, 4121 Harewood Road, NE, Washington, DC

Register: https://loom.ly/PkhXEo4

The closing event will be a Walk of Unity on Thursday, July 16 at 3:30pm. Meet at St. Matthew’s Cathedral and walk/roll to Apostolic Nunciature to receive a personal blessing. Register: https://loom.ly/PkhXEo4

Despite advances in health equity, diverse and marginalized communities continue to face significant barriers to accessi...
07/13/2026

Despite advances in health equity, diverse and marginalized communities continue to face significant barriers to accessing equitable mental health care.

See helpful resources on our website: https://loom.ly/kshvkzg

Check out our July infographic! We encourage dioceses and parishes to share our infographics with their communities. We ...
07/11/2026

Check out our July infographic! We encourage dioceses and parishes to share our infographics with their communities. We also have a Spanish version available.

Any image shared electronically must have alt text.

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