Date: December 3, 2018 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm Location: Minnesota Senate Building 95 University Ave. W. Hearing Room 1150 Saint Paul, MN 55155 For more location information and directions, visit the Minnesota Senate Building page. About the Event Join us for a preview of disability issues in the 2019 legislative session. Catch up on public affairs issues as Continue Reading MCD Legislative Forum
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GET INVOLVED! MN Boards and Commissions Recruiting PWD!
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights, in partnership with the Office of Governor Dayton and the Olmstead Implementation Office, is offering three information sessions in the coming weeks on diverse and inclusive state boards and commissions. MCD encourages you to GET INVOLVED!
Notice of Proposed Changes to Council By-Laws
The Minnesota Council on Disability (MCD) announces proposed changes to the current council by-laws. Proposed changes will be heard during the Full Council Meeting on September 27, 2018 at 121 E. 7th Place, St. Paul, MN. (1) Proposed Amendment to the By-Laws: Remove Requirement for Annual Signed Conflict of Interest Statement. (2) Proposed Amendment to the By-Laws: State Fair Per Diem and Expense Reimbursement.
Give Your Input – Autonomous Vehicles in MN
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) could foster more independence and more choice for people to live, work, and play in their communities. To ensure that state policy addresses the opportunities and challenges created by CAVs, the Governor established the Governor’s Advisory Council for Connected and Automated Vehicles. GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK.
Mental Health Awareness Day at the Fair
Monday, August 27, 2018, the Minnesota State Fair hosts its first-ever Mental Health Awareness Day. Visitors are invited to explore mental health and wellness resources through inspiring stage performances, music, demonstrations, yoga, information, and much more. More than 30 awareness-raising activities, many of them geared for children and teens, will be offered.
Keep Moving Forward Guests at the Fair
MCD is proud to partner with Ampers radio station to produce Keep Moving Forward, an interview series featuring people with disabilities sharing perspectives, insights and experiences. Throughout the Fair, the Keep Moving Forward participants will be featured guests at our booth, greeting visitors and signing autographs. They look forward to meeting you!