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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.

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 David Dively highlights the agency’s accomplishments for 2021.

The text version of Governor Walz’ Day of Persons with Disabilities Day proclamation.

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.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! NDEAM acknowledges the many contributions that people with disabilities bring to the workplace. It’s time to HIRE, RETAIN, AND PROMOTE US! There can be no economic justice without including the disability community! Learn how you can get involved.