All eligible individuals and their families and concerned others in the State of Washington should have access to the services of trained local advocates in seeking collaborative support and assistance in resolving existing problems within the community. The agency is committed to devoting substantial resources to foster and develop this capacity in the community.

Prepared by: DRW Board of Directors at the initiative of and in cooperation with the DRW Disability Advisory Council.

This statement was adopted by the DRW Board of Directors on April 13, 1994.