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Disability Advisory Committee (DAC)

MISSION STATEMENT

Provide the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) the disability community's vision of how to establish and implement services that are responsive to the needs of people with disabilities in Washington State. Identify barriers to programs and services that confront people with disabilities, and monitor effort to remove barriers. Describe the problems and concerns of people with disabilities in Washington State. Seek information from concerned citizens on issues important to people with disabilities.

How does someone get on the Committee?

The Committee is currently recruiting from around the state, looking for people who want to help to educate our community regarding sensitivity to (DAC) Disability Advisory Committee concerns. If you are interested in finding out more or would like an application sent to you please contact Esmeralda Crosson at 360-725-5831 or E-mail her at: mailto:crosses2@dshs.wa.gov

As established by direction of the Secretary, the committee shall be comprised of not more than 15 members, who shall be appointed by the Secretary. A majority of the voting members shall constitute a quorum. If you are interested in applying to be a MAC member, please complete and mail the attached application form [word]. Mail your application to: Diversity Affairs Office, P.O. Box, Olympia, WA 98504.

PARTICIPATE

If you are interested in attending a committee meeting as a guest, you may send an e-mail to Esmeralda Crosson at mailto:crosses2@dshs.wa.gov

Executive Order 93-07 Affirming Commitment to Diversity and Equity

DAC Bylaws

How often does the Committee meet?

At least 4 times per year, Quarterly meetings schedule for 2008.

2007 DAC Advisory Committee Members Roster

Boards and Commissions Handbook

Print-Friendly copy of complete Handbook (PDF 1.0M)

Print-Friendly copy of complete Handbook (word)

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Modified: November 26, 2007. Contact DSHS Diversity Affairs for more information about the Office of Diversity Affairs. For more ways to get in touch with the Department of Social and Health Services go to the DSHS Contact Information Web page. Technical Site Comments: DSHS Webmaster.