What would make Minnesota a better place for people with disabilities? The new Minnesota Disability Action Partnership (MnDAP) is a group of over 25 non-profit organizations and state agencies dedicated to improving services and supports for Minnesotans with disabilities. MnDAP was created in response to the inequities highlighted by COVID-19 in the disability community. As we think about expanding our work, we want to learn from you.
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Action Alert! Show Your Support for Senate File 1570
Support SF 1570! Minnesotans often face difficult or even insurmountable barriers in finding and maintaining employment. The Minnesota Council on Disability is leading efforts to increase disability representation in the Minnesota state government workforce. Senate File 1570 improves the hiring and retention of Minnesotans with disabilities.
2022 Legislative Forum Recap
On Thursday, January 13th the Minnesota Council on Disability (MCD) hosted our annual Legislative Forum with remarks from several state leaders, including Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. The theme of this year’s forum was “Capacity Building” and increasing disability representation in government. The event featured two bi-partisan legislative panels and a public comment section.
Executive Director’s End of Year Letter
Executive Director David Dively highlights the agency’s accomplishments for 2021.
Text of Day of Persons with Disabilities Proclamation
The text version of Governor Walz’ Day of Persons with Disabilities Day proclamation.
Participants Needed for Research Study: Hmong Parents of Children with Disabilities
A graduate student and faculty member at Chico State University are studying the experiences and perceptions of Hmong parents of children with disabilities. Individuals in the study will be asked about experiences with their children with disabilities, and the physical activity of those children. Participants will meet once for approximately 30 to 45 minutes by phone or video platform at a time that is convenient for them.