WHAT IS THE SDC?
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The Student Disability Commission (SDC) is an entity established under the Associated Students of UW (ASUW), which is the student governing body for the University of Washington. The SDC consists of:
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2 part-time student employees (Director and Assistant Director)
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11 interns who all work to represent and serve disabled students at UW
The SDC has a 173 sq ft physical office space that is scent-free, mobility-aid friendly, and has soft lighting options.
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SDC Mission Statement:
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The purpose of the Student Disability Commission (SDC) is to work towards a UW campus that provides equal access, equal opportunity and widespread accessibility for students with disabilities. We strive to foster an environment that is not only accepting, but celebratory of people with disabilities through social, educational, and cultural programming. The SDC consists of both students with and without disabilities that are committed to disability issues and social justice.
The SDC understands disability as not merely an individual or medical problem, but rather the result of attitudinal and physical barriers to full participation in society. Additionally, we recognize that disabilities affect people regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and political background. We strive to highlight and honor these intersectionalities and support other diverse communities.
To accomplish this, the SDC works closely with the other ASUW Commissions and student groups to hold the University accountable to its commitment to diversity.