December 18, 2024

Division of Human Development and Disability Strategic Plan

Fiscal Year 2024–2028

CDC’s Division of Human Development and Disability (DHDD) serves a diverse population including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mobility limitations, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other functional limitations, as well as children whose families have concerns about them meeting developmental milestones.

Strategic plan

Vision

People with disabilities and developmental concerns achieve their optimal health and well-being.

Mission

DHDD leads public health efforts for people with disabilities and developmental concerns across the lifespan through data, evidence-informed strategies, and partnerships.

From September 2023 through January 2024, DHDD undertook a collaborative and inclusive strategic planning process to define its goals and strategies for FY2024–FY2028.

This document details the DHDD Strategic Plan, including a background summary of the organizational priorities and structure of DHDD, an outline of the Strategic Plan’s development and future management, details to help define and clarify the intention of the Plan, and the Division’s Vision, Mission, Values, Goals, and Strategies.

The Strategic Plan will be used to ensure alignment of DHDD priorities, articulate the Division’s scope of work and unique role, effectively communicate and collaborate with CDC colleagues, partners and communities and position DHDD to have the greatest impact in advancing health and well-being for people with disabilities and developmental concerns.