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Who We Are

People First is a self-advocacy group. The members of People First formed the group to be run by and for people with developmental disabilities, but anyone can join. 

How we Make a Difference

• We listen to each other and to our friends, to hear their concerns.

• We support each other and speak up for each other

• We help group members speak up for themselves

• We talk to state and local leaders about our needs and other's needs

• We believe in civil rights for all people

• We want to be sure people with disabilities are living good lives

• We call for the community to respect and include ALL people

What Else do Members do?

People First of Boone County and other local groups are part of a larger group - People First of Missouri.

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Besides advocating for our rights, we do other things like: 

• Have guest speakers at our meetings

• Thanksgiving potluck

• Holiday dance with Columbia Parks & Rec

• Walk and Roll-a-thon

• Mizzou Homecoming Parade

Membership

People First of Boone County meets monthly at the Boone County Family Resources Community Room at 2700 West Ash St., or via Zoom if necessary. 

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Membership is open to anyone interested in advocacy for a better community! 

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For meeting dates and times, contact Mark Satterwhite at (573)874-1995 ext. 306 or email msatterwhite@bcfr.org.

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Come check us out!