MN APSE

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The organization supports the only annual national conference focused solely on the advancement of integrated employment.

MN APSE is a state chapter of APSE-The Network on Employment, a national membership organization formed in 1988 to improve and expand integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for persons experiencing disabilities. The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE), founded in 1988, is the only national organization with an exclusive focus on integrated employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities. MN APSE is the state chapter for Minnesota, promoting employment for individuals with disabilities in Minnesota

APSE is a 3,000+ and growing national non-profit membership organization. APSE’s Goals
• Promote employment opportunities for all people, through local, regional, and national networks.
• Help establish and expand equitable employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Advocate with federal, state, and local legislators for legislation promoting integrated employment.
• Work with federal, state, and local policy makers to increase funding for integrated employment.
• Raise awareness within the business community as to the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities.
• Advocate for social change to help those with severe disabilities achieve a lifestyle that approximates that of individuals without disabilities.

10/12/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER! 💚🏃‍♂️

Ready to go ALL IN? There’s still time to sign up for the APSE All-In Virtual Race: Racing for Real Jobs & Real Pay!

🌎 Participate from anywhere during the month of October!

Choose your distance:
👟 5K — $30
👟 10K — $35
👟 Half Marathon — $40
👟 Full Marathon — $45

📅 Race Dates: October 1–31, 2026
⏰ Registration closes: October 26, 2026

Run, walk, or roll—every step helps support the movement for Employment First, competitive integrated employment, and real jobs with real pay. 💙

🙌 Grab a friend, coworker, family member, or teammate and GO ALL IN!

👉 Register today:
APSE All-In Virtual Race Registration

More than a race. Real jobs. Real pay. Real impact. 💚💙

10/08/2026

🎉 IT’S HERE — CONFERENCE DAY! 🎉

Today is the day we bring our Employment First community together for a full day of learning, connection, innovation, and inspiration. 💙💚

We’re looking forward to the conversations, ideas, and connections that will help shape what’s next for employment in Minnesota.

📍 Shoreview Community Center
⏰ 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Let the learning, conversations, and connections begin! 🙌

10/06/2026

🚨 JUST 2 DAYS TO GO! 🚨

The 2026 Minnesota APSE State Conference is almost here! Join us for one full day of learning, connection, inspiration, and ideas that move Employment First forward. 💙💚

Come ready to learn. connect. explore. advance.

📅 Thursday, October 8
📍 Shoreview Community Center

🎟️ Not registered yet? There’s still time!
👉 Register for the conference

One day. One community. One powerful focus: Employment First.

We’ll see you in 2 days! 🎉

10/05/2026

🍂 OCTOBER 2026 TRAINING & CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES 🍂

October is full of opportunities to LEARN • CONNECT • EMPOWER • BUILD INCLUSION! 💙💚💜

🏃 OCT. 1–31 | National APSE All In Virtual Race
Celebrate NDEAM! Run, walk, or roll a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon anytime during October.
👉 Register here

🤝 VRS COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS REGIONAL MEETINGS
1–4 p.m. | In Person | No registration required
• Oct. 6 – Duluth
• Oct. 7 – Brainerd ⭐ Camp Confidence tour at 12:30 p.m.
• Oct. 13 – Rochester
• Oct. 14 – Mankato
• Oct. 20 – Brooklyn Center
• Oct. 22 – White Bear Lake

🎤 OCT. 8 | MN APSE STATE CONFERENCE
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Shoreview Community Center
A full day focused on employment, learning, connection, and inspiration.
👉 Register here

💻 OCT. 6 | National APSE Professional Development Committee
3–4 p.m. | VIRTUAL
👉 Register here

💻 OCT. 8 | Technology & Employment Community of Practice
12–1 p.m. | VIRTUAL
👉 Register here

🏛️ OCT. 8 | APSE Public Policy Call – Federal
2–3 p.m. | VIRTUAL
Monthly updates and discussion on federal developments affecting disability employment.
👉 Register here

⚖️ OCT. 14 | APSE: ADA Title I Employment Protections
12–1 p.m. | VIRTUAL
Presenter: Barry Whaley
👉 Register here

📚 OCT. 26–27 | MOHR COMPLIANCE TRAINING
📍 Park Event Center • Waite Park
Oct. 26: 8:30–4:30 | Oct. 27: 8–4
👉 Register here
Registration includes breakfast, refreshments, lunch, and program materials.

🍁 Save the dates and share with your network!

Learn. Connect. Empower. Build Inclusion. 💙💚💜

09/29/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 IT’S RACE WEEK! 💚🏃‍♂️

The APSE All-In Virtual Race: Racing for Real Jobs & Real Pay is almost here! 🎉

📅 Race Dates: October 1–31, 2026
⏰ Registration closes October 26, 2026

Have you signed up yet? There’s still time to join participants from across the country and complete your distance wherever you are! 🌎

👟 5K | 10K | Half Marathon | Full Marathon

Run it. Walk it. Roll it. Do it your way! 🙌

This race is about more than miles—it’s about showing up for Employment First, competitive integrated employment, and a future where everyone has the opportunity to have a real job for real pay.

💙 Don’t miss your chance to go ALL IN!

👉 Register here:
APSE All-In Virtual Race Registration

Lace up. Get moving. Go ALL IN! 🏃‍♀️💚

09/25/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Join Minnesota APSE for our next 2026 Lunch & Learn! 💚💙

📅 Thursday, November 19th
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Take a break, bring your lunch, and join us for an opportunity to learn, connect, and share with others committed to employment first and employment for all.

✨ More details and registration information coming soon!

09/24/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 STILL TIME TO SIGN UP — GO ALL IN! 💚🏃‍♂️

There’s still time to join the APSE All-In Virtual Race: Racing for Real Jobs & Real Pay!

Whether you run, walk, or roll, you can participate from anywhere in the country throughout the month of October. 🌎

Choose your distance:
👟 5K
👟 10K
👟 Half Marathon
👟 Full Marathon

📅 October 1–31, 2026
⏰ Registration is open through October 26

This isn’t just about crossing a finish line. It’s about coming together to support Employment First and the belief that people with disabilities deserve access to competitive integrated employment. 💙

There’s still time to sign up. Grab your friends, coworkers, state chapter, or team and go ALL IN!

👉 Sign up for the APSE All-In Virtual Race

Real Jobs. Real Pay. Real Impact.

09/23/2026

📣 15 DAYS TO GO! 🎉

Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Minnesota APSE State Conference! 💙💚

🌟 Building the Future of Employment First in Minnesota

Join us for a full day of learning, connection, and collaboration focused on creating meaningful employment opportunities for all.

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
📍 Shoreview Community Center
4580 Victoria Street N
Shoreview, MN 55126

💚 Stronger People. Brighter Futures.

👉 REGISTER NOW: Minnesota APSE State Conference Registration

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn about innovative practices, and help shape the future of Employment First in Minnesota!

09/09/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 Move for Opportunity! 💚🏃‍♂️

Minnesota APSE is excited to support the 2026 APSE All In Virtual Race this October in celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)!

This is more than a race—it’s about supporting the freedom, choice, and opportunity for every person to pursue meaningful employment and the life they envision.

👟 Run, walk, or roll your way!
📅 Participate anytime in October
🏅 5K | 10K | Half Marathon | Full Marathon

🌟 Minnesota wins, too!
10% of all race registrations from Minnesota will be returned directly to the Minnesota APSE State Chapter, helping support advocacy and employment opportunities across our state.

Ready to join us? Register today! 👇

Register for the 2026 APSE All In Virtual Race

Real jobs. Real pay. Real opportunity. 💙💚

09/04/2026

🌟 Early Bird Registration is OPEN! 🌟

Ready to connect, learn, and help move Employment First forward in Minnesota?

Join us for the 2026 Minnesota APSE State Conference and be part of a community committed to creating meaningful employment opportunities for all.

🎟️ Register early and save your spot!

👉 Register for the 2026 Minnesota APSE State Conference

Let’s build the future of Employment First—together. 💙💚

Address

PO Box 23087
Richfield, MN
55423

Website

http://www.mnapse.org/

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