Skip Navigation

Printer-friendly version

The Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment

Subcommittees and Projects


The members of the Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues and Employment come together for general membership meetings three times a year. Between general membership meetings, established subcommittees meet to work on special projects that have been recommended by each subcommittee and that have approved by the general membership. 




Accessibility, Awareness, and Advocacy

Addresses access issues in the building environment, transportation, communication and other information systems.  Learn more about the committee.

  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Community Outreach

Conducts outreach, information and advocacy events in communities throughout the State. Learn more about the committee.


  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Coordinating

Recognizes and promotes the achievements of employers and individuals who have improved employment opportunities for people with disabilities.  Learn more about the committee.


  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Governor’s Employer Awards Program

Recognizes and promotes the achievements of employers and individuals who have improved employment opportunities for people with disabilities.  Learn more about the committee.

  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)

 

Legislative Core Group

Develops and promotes legislation responding to the needs and aspirations of people with disabilities. Learn more about the committee.


  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Membership

Recruits and evaluates applicants, makes appointment recommendations to the Governor, and supports the development of the potential of the GCDE members.  Learn more about the committee.

  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program

Helps Social-Security beneficiaries understand and apply the full range of work incentives, benefits, and resources to improve their lives through work. Learn more about the committee.


  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)



Youth Leadership Forum

Provides a six-day residential leadership development program for high school juniors and seniors with disabilities. Learn more about the committee.



  • Members
  • Charter (Doc, 64KB)

 



For more information, please e-mail GCDE.