About
Established in 1984 and housed within the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at the University of California, Los Angeles, the National Arts & Disability Center (NADC) is the country's primary clearinghouse for information connecting disability with all areas of the arts. It serves artists, arts administrators, policymakers, and educators.
What It Does
The NADC offers free information, technical assistance, and evaluation services to arts organisations seeking to become more accessible to artists and audiences with disabilities. Its website features a state-by-state searchable directory of resources covering adaptive equipment, legal guidance, funding, and professional networks for disabled artists. The centre maintains an accessible online gallery showcasing disability art and coordinates Arts & Disability Awareness Month outreach, which reaches institutions in 35 states and 25 countries annually.
Who It Helps
Artists with disabilities seeking adaptive equipment, funding, legal support, or professional development resources. Arts organisations, museums, theatres, and venues wishing to improve access and inclusion for disabled artists and audiences. Educators and policymakers working on arts and disability initiatives at any scale.