APSE-MO is the Missouri State Chapter of APSE The Network on Employment
, a national organization committed to improving and expanding
integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for people experiencing
disabilities. APSE-MO invites individuals with disabilities, their families,
employment providers, funders, employers and others to join with us in making
community employment a reality for ALL people with disabilities.
Mission
To promote mutually
beneficial relationships by supporting the employment of all persons with
disabilities in jobs
and careers of their choice.
Belief Statements
- We believe employment
is the avenue to community and economic opportunity and independence.
- We believe people
have the right and responsibility to control the direction of their lives.
- We believe in
inclusion and the opportunity for full participation in the community.
- We believe supports
and services should be of the highest quality, person centered, and
delivered with a sense of urgency.
- We believe in
promoting the involvement and participation of a diverse membership.
- We believe networking
and leadership are key to advancing community employment.
- We believe effecting
public policy to promote inclusive employment is vital
- We believe that
community employment is possible for anyone who chooses to work