Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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March 01, 2019
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, nationwide, approximately 57 million people have a disability; of those, approximately 178,606 people in Michigan have a developmental disability; and,
WHEREAS, Michigan residents with and without disabilities work together, play together, worship together, learn together, and grow together; and,
WHEREAS, every person, regardless of ability, has valuable strengths, infinite capacity to learn, and the potential to make important contributions to his or her local communities; and,
WHEREAS, celebrating the abilities and contributions of people with developmental disabilities can only serve to enrich the communities of Michigan and enhance our diversity; and,
WHEREAS, those in households with family members with developmental disabilities deserve our admiration and recognition for their caring commitment and ongoing support that are both essential to an independent and productive life; and,
WHEREAS, during this month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services encourages all citizens not only to recognize Michigan advances concerning persons with disabilities, but also to acknowledge that our work to ensure full inclusion and integrate employment and community-based settings are not yet done;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim March 2019 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.