Leadership Programs at MDRC
Our Leadership Programs are committed to impacting change within the disability community.
How to Join Our Programs
Individuals
We have Leadership Programs beginning with youth age 11 to older adults. Our programs focus on bringing individuals with disabilities together to create community. To join our Leadership programs contact staff by phone at 800-578-0280 or fill out the information request form.
Organizations
We are a state-wide organization that provides information and resources through trainings, working with businesses and organizations, and increasing awareness of disability through social media, presentations, and community activities. To schedule a presentation from our staff, contact us by phone at 800-578-0280 or fill out the information request form.
Other Ways MDRC Can Help Include:
MDRC works to increase awareness of Disability through social media, presentations, and community activities. We are always looking to connect with the community and collaborate on more ways to bring awareness and impact change. Please reach out to connect with us.
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Help us create a space for self-discovery, to cultivate community, and to develop pride.
MDRC envisions a world where people with disabilities are valued as essential and vital members of the community.
Leadership Program Values
Services are provided for people with disabilities, by people with disabilities.
Our goal is to make sure that communities can get the resources they need to take on leadership roles.
Disability is a natural and beautiful part of the human experience and people can be proud of having a disability.
Everyone can participate in some way. Purposeful steps are taken to ensure that everyone is valued, can contribute, and belongs.
Community is an important part of Disability Pride, our programs bring people together to develop community and form connections.
We amplify the voices and stories of the disability community.
We provide the tools for people to advocate for themselves and better communicate their wants and needs.
Our Current Programs
Leaders For Inclusion (LFI) - program for 18-26 year olds with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) that want to gain opportunities and resources to grow their leadership skills.
Provides community organizations with training and support on internal inclusive practices.
Leadership Engagement and Advovoacy Development (LEAD) - program committed to supporting people with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities through training and leadership engagement opportunities.
Provides community events and presentations focusing on enhancing the visibility of disability in trainings, and storytelling.
Lead-In Program- a workplace leadership program for non-profit leaders to learn more about disability in the workplace.
The LEAD-IN Program hosts discussions and facilitates training about disabilities in the workplace.
HER POWER! HER PRIDE! - an annual event for girls with disabilities ages 11 - 19. The event is held in Michigan, but girls across the nation can attend.
MI Youth Leadership Forum- The Youth Leadership Forum is a FREE conference for youth and young adults with disabilities held annually in Michigan and other states across the country. YLF participants build leadership skills and leave better prepared for future employment, higher education, and independent living.
