Upstream Arts uses the power of the creative arts to activate and amplify the voice and choice of individuals with disabilities. Upstream Arts was founded in 2006
SMILES Center for Independent Living was established in 1990 to provide services for people with disabilities in the nine county region of South Central Minnesota. SMILES is
The first Council was appointed in October 1971 in accordance with the authority prescribed to the Governor of Minnesota by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of
The Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MNCCD) is a broad-based coalition of advocacy and provider organizations, working to change public policy to improve the lives of people
The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) provides free civil legal assistance to individuals with disabilities statewide, regardless of age or income, on legal issues related to their disabilities. MDLC
MCIL is dedicated to the full promotion of the Independent Living (IL) philosophy by supporting individuals with disabilities in their personal efforts to pursue self-directed lives.
Cow Tipping Press believes in the unique power of youth to bring about generational change. We teach inclusive writing classes that give adults with developmental disabilities (over 400 alums and
The city of St. Paul’s Mayor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities (MACPD) advises and makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding problems, issues, and opportunities
Advocating Change Together is now ACT Center for Disability Leadership. ACT is a grass-roots disability rights organization run by and for people with developmental and other disabilities.
