Southwest Region People First Groups

People First groups assist self-advocates in finding their own voices to speak for themselves, and strengthen their abilities to live as independently as possible in their communities. This is achieved through networking, educational training, and events that build social and life skills. The Southwest Region helps establish and provide ongoing support for People First groups.

At self-advocacy group meetings, members discuss community issues important to people with disabilities and learn to work as a team to solve problems. Some local group activities have included educational sessions to review the rights all people have, and group projects, like asking the local city council for better transportation for people with disabilities.

 

Groups in the Southwest Region:

• People First of Faribault County
• People First of Mankato
• People First of Martin County
• People First of New Ulm
• People First of Rock County

 

Search “People First” with your county and region in the events calendar.