FAQs

What is ID Action?
ID Action is a nonpartisan organization created to increase the civic and political participation of Iowans with disabilities.

How can I learn more about ID Action?
Contact ID Action to receive informational materials or to present to your group or organization at info@idaction.org.

Who would benefit by joining ID Action?
Any Iowan interested in disability advocacy who would like to learn about or become more actively involved in civic and political opportunities available.

How much does it cost to be an ID Action registrant?
Registration with ID Action is FREE.

Why is it important for Iowans with disabilities to participate in the political process?
Americans with disabilities are an almost-silent voice in American politics. Many choose not to vote, and many more do not participate in the political process. Local, state and national policymakers make important decisions that directly impact Americans with disabilities, but the people they will most affect rarely influence those decisions.
According to the National Organization of People with Disabilities, of the 35 million Americans with disabilities who are of voting age, 14 million are not registered to vote. Historically, Americans with disabilities have voted at a rate 20% less than the general population.
In addition to voting, Iowans with disabilities have opportunities to make positive change by volunteering on a campaign, joining a political party or cause, advocating for change or even running for office.
In Iowa, more than 450,000 people identify as having some sort of a disability. In order to make the state a better place for everyone, individuals with disabilities need to have a greater voice in their community and in public policy decisions made at all levels of government.

If I join ID Action, will my contact information be given to others?
NO, we will only share contact information if YOU specifically give us permission.

How can I be sure the information provided to me by ID Action is unbiased?
ID Action is funded through a federal grant from the DD Council. In order to receive this funding, all information and activities provided to members of ID Action must be nonbiased and nonpartisan. ID Action’s goal is simply to increase the number of Iowans with disabilities who actively participate.