SCPD Honors Jenkins with 2026 “Custie” Award
DDC | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | State Council for Persons with Disabilities | Date Posted: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
The State Council for Persons with Disabilities presented the 2026 Mary Custis Straughn “Custie” Award to Emmanuel Jenkins, community relations officer for the Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council, during its 24th annual Partnership Conference on October 19 at Cheswold Fire Hall.
The award recognizes an individual who has made a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Jenkins was honored for more than 20 years of advocacy, his leadership in the disability community, and his commitment to helping others find their voices.
People with Disabilities Fought for Their Freedom: Threats to Olmstead
DDC | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
For Immediate Release: Date: July 1, 2026 Subject: People with Disabilities Fought for Their Freedom: Threats to Olmstead Contact Emmanuel Jenkins Community Relations Officer 302-739-7192 emmanuel.jenkins@delaware.gov For more than 27 years, Olmstead v. L.C. has protected the right of people with disabilities to live in their communities rather than being unnecessarily isolated in institutions. The […]
Delaware Senators Move One Step Closer to Protecting Civil Rights for Individuals with Disabilities
DDC | Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Delaware Senators Move One Step Closer to Protecting Civil Rights for Individuals with Disabilities Date: March 20, 2026 Contact: Emmanuel Jenkins Community Relations Officer Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council Phone: 302-739-7192 Email: Emmanuel.Jenkins@Delaware.gov Dover, DE – Delaware lawmakers have taken a significant step forward in advancing civil rights protections for individuals […]
Seeking Public Feedback
DDC | Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 8, 2025
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council Seeks Public Input for Five-Year Strategic Plan Community Forums Scheduled Statewide in September DOVER, DE (August 2025) – The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is inviting individuals with disabilities, their families, caregivers, service providers, and community members to participate in a series of public forums this September. These forums are a […]
