The Vital Disabled Perspective on Public Boards and Commissions

Disability Lead supports and encourages Member engagement on public boards and commissions at City, County, State, and Federal levels. Our perspective is needed on all boards, as every issue is a disability issue. Jae Jin Pak, Disability Lead Member, has served on several Illinois boards, including the Statewide Independent Living Council, the Health and Human Services Task Force, and the Access and Functional Needs Advisory Committee Though he has been able to work with many disabled people on these boards, he wants to see even more participation by our community. Come learn more about Jae Jin’s experience, how you can get involved, and what public board service can look like.

Support a Disability Lead Member in their work and connect with others. This event is only open to Disability Lead Members. Once you register, you will have the option to add this event to your calendar. You will receive the Zoom Meeting link from staff the day before the event. ASL interpretation and live captioning will be provided. Additional accommodation requests can be submitted via RSVP.

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