Here is a short history of robotic pet development and how it is used as assistive technology. techcrunch.com/2024/06/30/rob…

The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant is changing the lives of Missourians as they pursue a certificate or degree. Visit: bit.ly/3I28fp3

Join us for a veteran-focused hiring event featuring several State of Missouri agencies with a recognition ceremony honoring our veterans to follow! Register by July 21st using the link below: events.mocareers.mo.gov #HireAVeteranDay #MissouriVeteransCommission #MVC #veterans

Today is the birthday of an important figure in #DisabilityHistory - Eunice Kennedy Shriver! A pioneer of #InclusiveSports, #AdaptiveSports, and #AccessibleRecreation, Kennedy Shriver also founded #SpecialOlympic. Happy birthday!

A year after introducing its first doll with #DownSyndrome, Barbie will add another doll with the chromosomal disorder and debut a #blind #Barbie. disabilityscoop.com/2024/07/23/bar… #disabilities

Heads up! The countdown to the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) continues! As part of the anniversary celebration, explore the A to Z: Countdown to ADA Anniversary page. Get started here: adaanniversary.org/countdown/ #ADA34 #ThanksToTheADA

During Disability Pride Month, we want you to know that the first step to realizing if you’re covered under the ADA is understanding what the law defines as a disability. Learn more here: adata.org/faq/what-defin… #ADA #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth

Did you know that @FEMA can help disaster survivors with disabilities pay for exterior ramps, grab bars, and paved paths? Learn more from the factsheet on their website. loom.ly/57TWewA #TransCen #ADA #DisabilityInclusion #DisasterRelief

“When we design inclusively, we're designing so that everyone is delighted with the same product."- Sam Latif , a blind accessibility leader #WednesdayWisdom #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth

Don’t miss your opportunity to participate in the Governor’s Council on Disability’s poster contest in celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Open to Missouri residents. More info and entry forms at disability.mo.gov/gcd/PosterCont…

MOGCD celebrates the 34th anniversary of the signing of the ADA, an important piece of civil rights legislation, which protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life. The GCD proudly supports the ADA. More info at adaanniversary.org

Today marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Visit our website to take a look back at the history of the ADA: adata.org/ada-timeline #ADA34 #ADA #ThanksToTheADA

If you’re longing for connection but struggling to take that first step due to a fear of social rejection, find tips here to help you take that first step in making new friends ow.ly/hUtc50SNflF

Check out the August issue of the GCD Newsletter available online now at disability.mo.gov/gcd/files/news…

Don’t miss the chance to take part in the Governor’s Council on Disability’s poster contest for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! The theme for the 2024 NDEAM is “Access to Good Jobs for All!” Submit your artwork before September 15 disability.mo.gov/gcd/PosterCont…

Join us in cheering for St. Louis, MO native, Colleen Young as she makes her 4th Paralympic Games appearance in #Paris2024! She's already won 3 medals and set a world record in the pool. Congratulations, Colleen - bring home the gold! To learn more, visit colleenroseyoung.com

The Legislative Priorities Poll is open now! Each year the MOGCD distributes a Legislative Priorities Poll to gain a greater understanding of issues important to Missourians with disabilities. Please provide your feedback at moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ez… or disability.mo.gov/gcd/legislativ…

𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲! Submit your artwork for the Governor's Council on Disability’s poster contest for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) by September 15! More details and entry at disability.mo.gov/gcd/PosterCont…

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day