Vermont Democratic Disability Caucus

Working mission of caucus: 

The mission of the Vermont Democratic Disability Caucus of the Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) is to create visibility and a strong voice for our Disability community in Vermont politics, by providing an intersectional space for Disabled people to connect, create safety, and build political power. 

● Support, mentor, and elect candidates who stand up for Vermont’s Disability 

community, particularly candidates with Disabilities, to diversify and grow political 

engagement for a just and democratic society at all levels of government.

● Support elected Disability Democrats through partnership and community 

presence. 

● Advocate for policies and practices that uplift our community and stand up 

against attacks on Disabled people by mobilizing communications and people in 

support. Recognizing different forms of institutional and cultural ableism, 

including how to counteract them, is integral to our mission. We must recognize 

ableism in laws, policies, and practices, as well as respond to and understand 

innovative alternatives. 

● Promote a sense of community, belonging, and celebration of our community, 

and help build a culture of inclusivity and equity within the VDP. Advocate for our 

community to the VDP and ensure accessibility, representation and support. 

● Collaborate with and support initiatives, and grassroots groups, that support our 

Disability Vermont community and the Vermont Democratic Party. 

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