Council member Aileen O'Hare asks a question at a recent quarterly Council meeting.
You are strongly encouraged to apply to be a Council member if you are:
a person with a developmental disability;
a family member of a person with a developmental disability;
a person who previously lived in an institution or nursing home;
a family member of a person who previously lived in an institution or nursing home.
To ensure proportionate representation of Maryland, candidates who represent a minority race/ethnicity and live in the Central or Capital regions* of Maryland are especially encouraged to apply!
*Baltimore City & County, Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, Howard, Frederick, Prince George's, and Montgomery Counties
We are accepting applications NOW to prepare for interviews in the fall.
Left to right: Aaron Kaufman, Council Vice Chair with Eric Cole, Chair
"It is honor to be part of a group that does so much good on so many issues. This includes our grants that bring about a more inclusive state and our public policy work advances civil rights and equal opportunity for people with disabilities. I also have made wonderful friends on the Council. Serving on the Council has been one of the best experiences of my life!" Aaron Kaufman, Council Vice Chair
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not let transportation barriers or child care needs interfere with your interest in applying. If you are interested and qualified but think there are barriers to your participation, call or email to talk about how we can help.
