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Join goMARTI (Minnesota’s Autonomous Rural Transit Initiative) for the first accessibility-focused, rural self-driving vehicle project. goMARTI brings new transportation options to the city of Grand Rapids, rural communities, and Itasca County. Ride the goMARTI shuttle and meet with local project partners.  

Governor Tim Walz proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Minnesota, recognizing that individuals with disabilities bring skills, experience and talent to the workforce and are a critical part of our economic success. October marks the 77th annual observation of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This year’s theme is Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.

On May 15th, 2022, Governor Tim Walz announced Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day. Read the proclamation recognizing the Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Consortium joining the National Coordinating Center. We are proud to support students with intellectual disabilities who attend inclusive postsecondary education.

The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is now accepting applications for the Partners in Policymaking Class 40 advocacy and leadership training program!

MCD is hiring a public policy intern. If you are passionate about civil rights, and are wondering how you can address ableism in Minnesota, AND you’re enrolled in a graduate program, MCD is your premier internship opportunity.

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.