JEFFERSON CITY – MODDC has approved $20,000 to fund a 12-month self-advocacy project for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The overall goal is to support innovative approaches to self-advocacy in the state of Missouri specifically targeting transition aged youth (ages 14-24). These approaches will remove barriers for people with I/DD.
Leigh Anne Haun, MODDC project coordinator, will provide an overview and answer questions related to the project.
Those interested in participating in the question and answer webinar at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2023 must register here: https://bit.ly/MODDCselfadvocacyQA
The selected grantee will present an innovative and effective approach to engaging new voices in the self-advocacy movement in Missouri. They will engage in grassroots efforts to reach marginalized groups of people with I/DD including geographically diverse populations, including a targeted plan for engaging youth of transition age (age 14-24) in the self-advocacy movement.
Funded projects can be targeted in nature, focusing on singular issues like voting, guardianship, housing, or other, or, they can be broad in nature providing education on multiple topics related to self-advocacy. All self-advocacy efforts should function under the ultimate goal of removing barriers and increasing access to resources and systems that impact the lives of people with I/DD.
Project applications are due by 5 p.m. CST Wednesday, May 24, 2023.
To learn more about the funding opportunity and project requirements, visit: https://moddcouncil.org/grants-nofas/
The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) is a federally-funded, 23-member, consumer-driven council appointed by the Governor. Its mandate under P.L. 106-402, the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, is to assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports, and other forms of assistance that promote self-determination, independence, productivity and integration in all aspects of community life. To learn more or to get involved, visit www.moddcouncil.org.