1. MRA Eastern Chapter Board Member Orientation

2. MRA Eastern Chapter Missouri Rehabilitation Association, Eastern Chapter is a local chapter of the National Rehabilitation Association. MRA is a member organization that promotes ethical and state of the art practice in rehabilitation with the goal of the personal and economic independence of persons with disabilities. Not long after Congress passed the National Rehabilitation Act of 1920, the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) began its commitment to persons with disabilities. As the oldest and strongest advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities, our mission is to provide advocacy, awareness and career advancement for professionals in the fields of rehabilitation. http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

3. MRA Eastern Chapter: Mission The mission of the Missouri Rehabilitation Association, Eastern Chapter is to provide an environment in the Eastern Missouri area which gives persons with disabilities a fair opportunity to achieve quality of life through: Promotion and support of appropriate legislation and adequate funding. Promotion of quality of services provided. Promotion of research and training. Promotion of public awareness in education. Promotion of goals and purposes of the Missouri Rehabilitation Association and the National Rehabilitation Association. http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

4. MRA Eastern Chapter: Values Raising the quality of life and access to work opportunities for persons with disabilities. Supporting organizations, employers and individuals who provide service to persons with disabilities. I ncreased public awareness of disabilities and rehabilitation programs to the social and economic gain of individuals in the Eastern Chapter area. Development and training opportunities for service providers, family and friends of persons with disabilities. Holistic support to increase opportunities for employment and career advancement. http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

5. Member Benefits of MRA Eastern Chapter Access to numerous professional development trainings Local, state, national Multiple opportunities to network and build professional relationships Market yourself as a leader in the profession Create positive societal inclusion for individuals with disabilities http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

6. MRA Eastern Chapter: Board Positions President President-Elect Immediate Past President Secretary Treasurer Networking Advocacy & Awareness Consumer Marketing Education 3 Board Member At-Large Positions http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

7. Board Member Responsibilities Attend monthly board meetings Participate in either the trivia or awards banquet planning committee Assist with MRA events (trivia night, awards banquet, trainings) Promote MRA in the community & help with membership recruitment http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

8. MRA Eastern Chapter: Events Professional Development Trainings Professional Networking Trivia Night Fundraiser to Support MRA initiatives Awards Banquet Celebrating the Rehabilitation Community Scholarships to Support Consumers http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/

9. For More Information Contact Beth (Szydlowski) Dauber President State of Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation beth.dauber@vr.dese.mo.gov http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/ Kim Chaplin President-Elect State of Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation kimberly.chaplin@vr.dese.m o.gov kimberly.chaplin@vr.dese.m o.gov http://www.stl-mo-rehab.org/