About us
The Self Advocate Coalition of Kansas (SACK) is a statewide advocacy group made up of adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, the majority of whom receive services through the Kansas Developmental Disabilities Service System. SACK encourages and teaches people to speak up for themselves and to obtain the highest possible level of independence.
Latest news
Registration for the 2022 SACK CONFERENCE is OPEN
Calling all Kansas self-advocates! Registration is now open for SACK’s annual statewide conference NOW OPEN! Register online (Direct link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-self-advocate-coalition-of-kansas-annual-conference-tickets-365959092497) SACK’s Statewide […]
SAVE THE DATE FOR SACK 2022!
Mark your calendars! SACK’s Statewide Self-Advocacy Conference is slated for September 30 – October 2, 2022 Topeka, KS Details about registration, the […]
Register now for the totally FREE and VIRTUAL SACK 2021 Conference!
It’s time! Register now for the totally FREE and VIRTUAL SACK 2021 Conference! REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yw8fac2n Speakers & presenters include: Mike Coffey, Key […]
SAVE THE DATE for SACK’S 2021 Conference!
SAVE THE DATE The 2021 SACK Conference will be held virtually on: When:Saturday, October 20219:30am-5:30pm Registration and sponsorship information will be sent […]
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WHAT SACK DOES
Advocacy
We work to improve the status of people with disabilities at all levels- in their everyday lives, in local communities, and the policies and systems that support them.
Training
We teach and empower people with disabilities to exercise their voice, live self-determined lives, and create change for all people in their communities and beyond.
Leadership and Service
SACK officers and members sit at the table on boards and committees and serve as leaders, making Kansas- and our world- a better, more inclusive place to live.
Outreach and Education
SACK self-advocates show up at partner and community events across the state of Kansas to spread the word about disability issues, civil rights, and advocacy.
MY Self Advocacy Story
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OUR PRIorities
Expanding KanCare
SACK believes that healthcare for all is a basic human right. We support the full expansion of Medicaid and won't stop till everyone is covered!
Preventing Sexual Abuse & Violence
Too many people with disabilities are put in harm's way because they don't know their rights, lack sexual education, and live in social isolation. SACK is taking a stand against the victimization of people with disabilities.
Revving up the Disability Vote
People with disabilities have the potential of making up the largest voting block in our country. Our voice is powerful and we're here to let self-advocates know!
