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Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities Seeks Applications, Nominations for Scholarship and Awards
The Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities (ACPD) is seeking applications for the Gerry Bertier Scholarship, and nominations for the John Duty Collins III Outstanding Advocate for Persons with Disabilities Award, and the Commitment to Disability Award presented in conjunction with the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce. The deadline for scholarship applications and award nominations is April 30.
Gerry Bertier Scholarship
Applications are being accepted for this merit-based scholarship, awarded to an Alexandria resident or student with a disability who is seeking post-secondary education.
John Duty Collins III Outstanding Advocate for Persons with Disabilities Award
Nominations are being sought for this award, which recognizes an individual who advocates for and contributes to the promotion of equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in Alexandria.
Apply for a scholarship or nominate someone for an award using the links below.
Online submittable application/nomination forms:
Fillable PDF application/nomination forms:
About the Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities
The Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities (ACPD) is a 17 member volunteer resident at large body appointed by the Mayor and City Council to provide advice to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager on policies, programs, and legislation affecting Alexandria's residents with physical and sensory disabilities.
Its mission is "to promote the rights of persons with disabilities by advocating for equality, dignity and independence through advising the community and advancing public awareness."
Through its Executive, standing, and ad hoc committees, the ACPD focuses its work on issues related to transportation, accessibility, housing, employment, and public awareness. The ACPD presents awards including the Gerry Bertier Scholarship, the John Duty Collins III Outstanding Advocate for Persons with Disabilities Award, two Disability Awareness Awards presented in conjunction with the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce.
The ACPD meets at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month in the Chet and Sabra Avery Room 2000 at City Hall, or virtually. The public is encouraged to attend. For more information or reasonable disability accommodations, contact Miladis Martinez Gutierrez at 703.746.3140, Virginia Relay 711 or acpd@alexandriava.gov.
For further information about the responsibilities of this commission, or to apply to serve on a board or commission, contact the City Clerk's Office at 703.746.4550.
ACPD Minutes
2025
- January 2025
2024
- January 2024
Resources
- Virginia Poverty Law Center Senior Legal Helpline
- Tax Relief and Assistance Program for Elderly and Disabled Person
- Recently passed law for Alexandria residents provides tax advantaged saving opportunities for persons with disabilities and their families.
- National Disability Institute's Presentation on ABLE
Support the Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities
We welcome donations to support our scholarships and other programs.