Congratulations to MCOD Commissioner Dominique Sessa for being crowned Ms. Wheelchair Maryland. Thank you for being a strong advocate and representative for Maryland.

Join the Autism Society of Maryland for a special Sensory Friendly Vaccine Clinic for persons with any disability, their family members and caregivers/direct support professionals. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged online at app.donorview.com/W653W

Deputy Secretary Lisa Belcastro attended the Lunch and Learn session hosted by Kennedy Krieger Institute to speak with LEND trainees about the state legislative process and the importance of advocacy and policy making for people with IDD.

JOIN US! The Ethan Saylor Alliance is hosting a Community Virtual Event on March 8, 2024 for people with disabilities, their families, and law enforcement officials. Registration is required. All are welcome to attend. us02web.zoom.us/.../tZwsf-mgrz…...

Congrats to MDOD Asst Sec John Brennan on his selection to Leadership Maryland Class of 2024!! Read our press release here: conta.cc/3Tc03uw

The Center for Advancing Policy on Employment for Youth is looking for youth and young adults with disabilities to participate in their National Working Group on Youth Transition. Submit your application by 10:00 pm EST on Monday, March 18, 2024. cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9R…

MDOD presented at the MD Recreation and Parks Association's ADA/Inclusion Summit. MDTAP and MDOD were vendors and spoke about assistive technology, Inclusive Playground Framework and ADA Transition Plans to create accessible physical spaces.

Celebrating #IWD2024 by honoring our leader, Carol A. Beatty for her dedication & ability to #InspireInclusion for all people, especially those with disabilities!

Are you looking for a FREE and virtual opportunity to connect with others in a healthier way? Disability Partnerships has high-energy Zumba sessions designed for persons with limited to no mobility and seniors. Register for free at disabilitypartnerships.org/events...

Secretary Beatty toured the Sunflower Bakery which employs young adults and teens with learning differences. Sunflower provides an inclusive, one-of-a-kind professional training experience that combines technical hard skills with soft skills of employment readiness.

TODAY - 2:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. Join a virtual presentation with representatives from the NFB, MSDE, and MDOD that explains what Equivalent Access for Students with Disabilities means. NO REGISTRAITON REQUIRED Zoom Link: nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92243473157

Check out this Arc of Southern Maryland podcast interview the Statewide Autism Coordinator, Victoria Rodrigeuz-Roldan. Hear her share information about the Autism Stakeholder Group on Autism-Related Needs and more. podbean.com/ep/pb-isbpc-15…

The Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation is now accepting applications for Year Two of the Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program. Apply to be a Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Member or Host Site Partner. dsci.maryland.gov/Pages/default.…

Happy Maryland Day to all fellow Marylanders!

The IT Accessibility Program Specialist position provides technical assistance during State procurement processes and address accessibility concerns of State employees. The application is open until April 10, 2024 at midnight. jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/BulPrev…...

Did you know that there will be a Solar Eclipse on April 8th? The moon goes in front of the sun for about 4 minutes. Be sure to check out this Solar Eclipse Safety guide in Plain Language! shorturl.at/glX07

Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with Howard County Recreation and Parks and the Autism Society of Maryland on April 13th at the Autism In the Park event! Visit with first responders, providers, and county resources. Enjoy interactive play and more! Free for all ages.

Secretary Beatty attended the Autism in the Park Day to provide remarks and a proclamation from Governor Wes Moore for Autism Acceptance Month. The event was a day of family fun for all and included a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly installed adult changing station.

TODAY IS NATIONAL AT AWARENESS DAY! National AT Awareness Day honors people with disabilities who require AT to access their education, workplace, community, and recreational activities. Learn more about AT Awareness Day! ataporg.org/policy-and.../…

Secretary Carol Beatty and our Employment Policy Director, Jade Gingerich visited Anageda Delights. They've been recognized for their commitment to providing equal opportunities for employees with disabilities, as evidenced by inclusive hiring and staff development practices.