California DDS Awards $22 Million In Grants To 75 Entities For Projects To Improve Cultural Competency

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) awarded $22 million to 75 community-based organizations and regional centers for projects to improve cultural and linguistic competency. The awarded projects focus on more than 30 languages and 16 unique ethnicities. The projects will include approaches such as: community navigation, family support/training, and projects intended to build a more diverse workforce.

The awards are part of the DDS Service Access and Equity Grant Program, which is part of its Disparity Funds Program that awards $11 million annually to Regional Centers and community-based organizations to implement strategies to reduce disparities and . . .