Access Press awards gala makes a successful return
With music from In Solid Air echoing throughout the halls of the majestic McNamara Alumni Center on the University of Minnesota […]
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Allianz Life given kudos
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life) has received two recognitions for its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in […]
NAMI Minnesota presents awards
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) Minnesota presented its 2023 awards at the annual conference this fall. Awards for […]
Businesses are feted by MOHR
The Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation (MOHR) has recognized 11 businesses throughout Minnesota as outstanding disability employers. Honorees consist of […]
The Arc of the United States names CEO
The Arc of the United States, the oldest and largest nonprofit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities has named Katherine […]
East Range DAC leader Harkonen to take the helm for MOHR
Robin Harkonen, executive director of the East Range DAC, is the new president of the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation […]
Red Wing resident Bale celebrates 50-year anniversary with ProAct
Red Wing resident Larry Bale was honored in October by ProAct, Inc., a non-profit providing in-center, virtual and community-based services […]
Organizations win honors with DHS
The Minnesota Department of Human Services is honoring the dedication and innovative work of 10 partners that support Minnesotans to achieve […]
Appointees are announced
Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan have announced appointments to many Minnesota boards, commissions and committees, including groups that […]
Outstanding DSPs are honored
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week (September 10 – 16) is an annual celebration of direct support professionals or DSPs. Throughout the […]
Organizations get grants to expand services for disables, elderly Minnesotans
Organizations serving people with disabilities and aging populations across Minnesota will receive more than $14 million to expand services to diverse […]
Fresh Eyes Arts exhibition
Fresh Eye Arts hosts the exhibition, CAFAC x MSS Student Showcase, through October 7. This exhibition is the culmination of […]
Judge Donovan Frank is honored with 2023 Access Press award
United States Federal District Court Judge Donovan W. Frank is the winner of the 2023 Access Press Charlie Smith Award […]
Meet the other 2023 nominees for the Access Press Charlie Smith Award
The return of the annual Charlie Smith Award gives Access Press the chance to spotlight outstanding Minnesota people, events and […]
Partners graduates look back on experiences, accomplishments
Disability advocacy and leadership training for parents of young children with developmental disabilities and adults with disabilities is provided through Minnesota’s […]
