Colleen Hatcher

Ms. Hatcher is the Chief of Staff at the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) in Washington, DC. She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary special education and a master’s degree in elementary special education, severe disabilities from the University of Maryland. She was inspired to advocate for individuals with disabilities because of her friend Gina who has Down syndrome. She is passionate about ensuring that individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers have access to the services and supports they need.