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March 10, 2020 Disability News & Services, For Employees, NewsIt takes courage, bravery and a little bit of crazy to be a Polar Plunger. Plungers put it all on the line as they jump to frozen glory to raise money for Special Olympics Minnesota (SOMN). On February 28, sixty four individuals from ...
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March 10, 2020 NewsExpanding the diversity and inclusion conversation: Don’t overlook people with disabilities When we look around our organizations, it can be easy to see diversity (or lack thereof) reflected at us. But what are business leaders looking for when it ...
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January 23, 2020 News
Nonprofit manufacturer MDI recently installed new doors at all four of its facilities in Minneapolis, Hibbing, Grand Rapids and Cohasset, thanks in large part to private donors. While a seemingly small change, the new doors represent a continued commitment to ...
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December 6, 2019 NewsAmerican universities dedicate millions of dollars each year to disability services, ensuring students have access to the accommodations they need to succeed on a level playing field with their peers without disabilities. But does the relatively safe haven of ...
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October 7, 2019 NewsMinnesota has come a long way when it comes to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We’ve learned that our differences are assets, and diversity of thought, experience and identity translates into meaningful work, success and growth, no matter ...
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September 16, 2019 NewsTo recognize the accomplishments and contributions made by direct support professionals to the lives of people with disabilities, MDI and the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation (MOHR) are supporting Direct Support Professional Recognition (DSP) Week, September 8 to ...
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September 6, 2019 NewsWe are excited to announce this year’s Ability Bash celebrity emcee, Courtney Godfrey! As a FOX 9 reporter and disability advocate, Courtney will guide us through our evening on September 19 as we raise money and provide purpose for people with ...
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September 3, 2019 NewsThe Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation held a Summer Celebration Thursday, August 15, 2019 at Sugar Lake Lodge. It was the perfect time to celebrate together. Both the Community Foundation and Sugar Lake Lodge are celebrating their 25th Anniversaries! What fun! The evening started ...
