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Guide Dog Users, Inc.

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Guide Dog Users Inc. (GDUI), an affiliate of the American Council of the Blind, is the largest guide dog consumer-driven organization in the world.  GDUI members shape the initiatives that most profoundly affect guide dog users.  GDUI has 15 affiliate organizations throughout the US, where members work together on local and global issues.  GDUI is a founding member of the Coalition of Assistance Dog Organizations (CADO), having hosted its first historic meeting in 2001. Read past President Grubbs' article dated 2003 RE: ADA and the DOJ's redefining of service animals here.

GDUI works tirelessly to promote and protect the rights of qualified assistance dog teams.  In its award-winning audio magazine, PawTracks, features abound about the world of working guide dog teams.  GDUI.org is the hottest online address for everything guide dog related including:

  • federal and state legislation
  • An affordably priced product line
  • the first and only online comparison of guide dog training programs
  • postings of events and information.

   GDUI hosts two dynamic listservs: GDUI-Leaders, a stimulating environment for problem solving, addressing issues and exchanging vital information, and GDUI-Friends, which provides peer support and a friendly place to just talk, a virtual guide dog community for users.  GDUI’s advocacy committee is who to contact for assistance and information on everything from access denial, to promoting legislation, to tips on guide dogs and international travel. 

   GDUI educates the public by tapping into the knowledge and experience of its members and through the distribution of appropriate guide dog literature.  GDUI is there for guide dog users throughout the life cycle of their guide, especially in time of loss, grief and traumatic change.  GDUI is worth much more than its $15.00 annual membership fee.  GDUI welcomes your participation and support.

GDUI ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT!


A billboard with the words GDUI Officers written on it and the word Nominations in big letters at the topELECTIONS!

Learn about your candidates who are running for positions on the GDUI Board of Directors.  Follow the link below to view their "meet the candidate" bios, cover letters, resumes, and applications.  Our elections will be held between Sunday May 27 and Sunday June 3rd via telephone. 

Go To Our Elections Page For More Information!

 

 

ACB’s Pedestrians Safety Handbook


View the American Council of the Blind's Pedestrian Safety Handbook

TSA CARES - New Service Announced by TSA


A toll-free helpline to provide information and assistance to passengers with disabilities and medical conditions before they travel.

Travelers may call TSA Cares toll free at 1-855-787-2227 prior to traveling with questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at the security checkpoint. For more information, please visit our travel resource page. 

 

 

 

2012 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards ™



Logo for the Hero Dog Awards. A guide dog under an orange star with lights in the background.Follow  the link below to find out  more about  our new charity partnership with the  2012 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards ™

HERO DOG AWARDS!

 

 


Guide Dog Users, Inc.
14311 Astrodome Drive
Silver Spring, Maryland 20906
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