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Many disabilities are conditions of rare diseases, and raising awareness of rare diseases is important to medical research, fundraising, policymaking, and creating a community. Please join the virtual Rare Disease Day, February 26, 2021, through the University of Minnesota to learn more about the rare disease community.

Partners in Policymaking is now accepting applications for the Partners in Policymaking Class 39 advocacy and leadership training program developed by the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Any health care business and any health care professional included in priority group 1a who has not yet been vaccinated and has not heard from their employer or local public health about future vaccination plans, should complete the Health Care Vaccination Connection Form.

MNCDHH is now hiring its Public Policy Director. MNCDHH Advocates for communication access and equal opportunity with the 20% of Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing. The application closes on February 8, 2021. This posing is 700 Connect eligible.

Recently, Kody Olson, MCD policy advisor, appeared on Minnesota Public Radio to discuss the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. We recognize COVID-19 has disproportionally affected people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It will take time for these people to be vaccinated, according to the rollout plan. Patience is essential.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeks input on increasing access to wildlife areas for people with disabilities. Ideas will help shape proposals for improved opportunities across the state. Anyone interested in improving access to wildlife management areas (WMAs) for people with disabilities can share their ideas online with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.