Wanda Felty serves as the Assistant Director and Community Leadership and Advocacy Coordinator at the Center for Learning and Leadership | UCEDD. Her journey into disability advocacy was shaped by personal experience, navigating systems as a parent to support her daughter. Wanda coordinates and facilitates the Oklahoma Family Leadership Network, the quarterly DDS Waiver Services and Waiting List Meeting, and numerous trainings that help families and self-advocates find their voice. Outside of work, she enjoys sports, painting, and capturing sunrises through photography. She lives by the belief that “Good things come and go, but GREAT things are worth waiting for.”

A day at the Capitol to promote awareness and support of those with Developmental Disabilities, March 24 from 10 AM to 2 PM in Multipurpose Room 100 for a day filled with inspiration and engagement! Hear from self-advocates, family members, professionals, and Legislators as they share their experiences. Take part in a Capitol scavenger hunt, express your creativity through art activities, and reflect on what Together We Can means to you. Attendees will also have the change to watch a live Legislative session and meet with their Legislators to talk about their personal, lived experiences and share what’s working or not working in their communities.

Don't miss this exciting day of advocacy! Schedule will be posted on our social media page.

In honor of Black History Month, the Center for Learning and Leadership/UCEDD is celebrating outstanding Black / African American leaders and advocates with disabilities. Throughout history, many Black / African Americans with disabilities have driven progress and championed disability rights. Learn more about their impactful advocacy and efforts.

As the Director of The Center for Learning and Leadership (CLL), Valerie guides the department’s efforts to achieve CLLs mission, goals, and objectives. She is committed to working with and advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Oklahoma. Valerie helps keep CLL focused while fostering connections with individuals, community advisors, our university host, and partners. Read more about Valerie in CLL’s new Faculty/Staff Q&As.