MN APSE

05/01/2026

🥪💻 Lunch & Learn – May 21st | 12:00–1:00 PM

Looking for new tools, ideas, and connections in the world of employment services? Join us for an engaging Lunch & Learn session focused on free and low-cost resources available to support employment staff and managers.

In this session, you’ll get an overview of valuable resources in Minnesota and across the country that offer:
✔️ Training & professional development
✔️ Information & tools
✔️ Networking opportunities

👩‍🏫 Featuring: Danielle Mahoehney
A community living and employment specialist with the University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration, Danielle brings extensive experience supporting organizations and advancing competitive, integrated employment for people with disabilities.

🗓 May 21st
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
💻 Online – bring your lunch and join us!

👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sce2srTMqEtL4Z3aGVNzJ8SR2MQf2u9R7?_x_zm_rtaid=SCF5H8sfQ2OQs1uank7jLg.1694114741254.1afdbf046819b46de156bbade0096de2&_x_zm_rhtaid=54 #/registration

Open to all employment professionals—don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow!

04/29/2026

🌼 Join Us for the MN APSE Spring Mingle! 🌼

You’re invited to a relaxed and welcoming evening at Cowboy Jack’s in Bloomington on May 6th!

Hosted by the MN APSE State Chapter Board, this casual spring gathering is the perfect chance to connect with fellow members, friends, colleagues, and family. Whether you’re looking to network, catch up with familiar faces, or simply enjoy good company, we’d love to see you there.

🕒 Board Meeting: 3:00 PM
🎉 Mingle Begins: 4:00 PM

Let’s come together beyond our day-to-day work and continue building a strong, supportive community around Employment First.

💬 Come for the connections. Stay for the community.

04/23/2026

Community Connections 🤝

We were excited to attend the Inclusive Employment Resource Fair in Bloomington this past week!

A special thank you to Dana Eisfeld and Chris Davies from the MN APSE board for being there and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. It was great connecting with so many organizations and individuals who are passionate about building a more inclusive workforce.

This wonderful event was hosted by Hennepin County—we appreciate all the effort that went into making it such a success!

Looking forward to continuing these important conversations and opportunities 💼✨

04/07/2026

🎙️ Coming Soon! New Podcast Episode from MN APSE

We’re kicking off Season 6 with If You Believe It, You Can Achieve It with a powerful and heartfelt conversation featuring Claire Braun.

Claire and her late husband opened their home to 75 foster children in Ramsey County—adopting 8 along the way. Her story is one of compassion, resilience, and unwavering belief in the potential of every person.

💙 Hear how children of all abilities grew into adults thriving in competitive, integrated employment—and the role one family played in making that possible.

✨ This is an episode you won’t want to miss.

👉 Stay tuned—coming soon!

03/31/2026

⏰ Last Day for Early Bird Savings!

Don’t miss your chance to save on registration for the 2026 National APSE Conference in Dallas.

Join hundreds of advocates, professionals, employers, people with disabilities, families, and partners from across the country who are working to advance Employment First and Inclusive Employment.

This national gathering offers powerful learning, meaningful connections, and opportunities to share innovative strategies that support employment for all.

💲 Register today before Early Bird pricing ends:
https://apse.org/2026-conference-registration-2/

03/30/2026

💼✨ National I Am In Control Day ✨💼

Today we recognize the importance of choice, independence, and self-determination. Everyone deserves the opportunity to be in control of their own path — including where and how they work.

The Employment First movement, championed by APSE, supports the belief that competitive, integrated employment should be the first and preferred option for people with disabilities. Meaningful employment empowers individuals to make decisions about their lives, build independence, and fully participate in their communities.

Let’s continue working together to create workplaces and communities where people with disabilities have the power to choose, lead, and succeed.

💙 Employment First = Opportunity, Choice, and Inclusion for All.

03/26/2026

03/24/2026

Register today: https://apse.org/events-learning/2026-conference-copy/

03/20/2026

🌸🌱 Happy First Day of Spring! 🌱🌸
Spring is a season of growth, new beginnings, and fresh opportunities. At APSE, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to work, contribute, and thrive in their community.

As the season changes, we celebrate the continued progress toward inclusive employment for people with disabilities and the partnerships that help make it possible. Together, we can cultivate workplaces where everyone belongs.

🌼 Let’s keep growing opportunities for all.

03/13/2026

🗳️ Only 2 Days Left to Vote: 2026–2027 National APSE Board Elections

Time is running out to help shape the future of APSE! Voting for the 2026–2027 National APSE Board of Directors is now open—but the deadline is quickly approaching.

🔎 Learn about the candidates:
https://apse.org/2026-nominees

🗓️ Voting ends Sunday, March 15

✅ Cast your vote today:
Log in to your APSE membership account:
https://apse.site-ym.com/

ℹ️ Please note:
• Only current APSE members are eligible to vote
• Each member may vote once

Your voice matters in advancing Employment First and Employment for All. Make sure it’s heard before voting closes!

If you need help accessing your account, please contact info@apse.org.

03/11/2026

📣 Announcing APSE’s New Youth Engagement Committee!
We’re excited to introduce the APSE Youth Engagement Committee, formed following our strategic planning session in early February.

With Sarah Robinson and Shawn Bortel’s involvement, we saw a clear opportunity to engage youth in a more focused and impactful way—strengthening the connection between school, services, and competitive, integrated employment.

A central focus of this committee will be collaboration with:
• The Department of Education
• Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS)
• Transition Work Coordinators

By working together, we can better align resources, expand access to employment services, and create meaningful real-world work experiences for youth with disabilities.

03/10/2026

🗳️ Vote Now: 2026–2027 National APSE Board Elections

Help shape the future of Employment First! Voting is now officially open for the 2026–2027 National APSE Board of Directors.

🔎 Learn about the candidates:
https://apse.org/2026-nominees

🗓️ Voting closes Sunday, March 15.

✅ Cast your vote:
Log in to your APSE membership account to participate:
https://apse.site-ym.com/

ℹ️ Please note:
• Only current APSE members are eligible to vote.
• Each member may vote once.

If you have questions or need help accessing your member account, please contact info@apse.org.

Your voice matters—thank you for helping guide the future of APSE and advancing Employment First! 💙