The Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities (the "GCEPD") is a permanent, standing committee of the Governor of Vermont, established by the state legislature in the 1960s. Our mission is to promote equal employment for all citizens of Vermont by advising the Governor on current issues affecting employment of people with disabilities, and through partnerships between business, government and people with disabilities. The GCEPD's vision is "Barrier Free Employment for All Vermonters".

Membership of the GCEPD is comprised of 21 people. Four members are mandated by the legislature to represent Vocational Rehabilitation, the Vermont Department of Labor, the Veterans Administration, and Veterans Employment. The remaining members are divided rather equally among the following groups: 1) individuals with a disability or representing a disability community; 2) representatives of business, industry or nonprofits; and 3) individuals who provide services to people with disabilities.
 

The GCEPD is currently recruiting new members - won't you join us in our efforts?
If you are interesting in learning more about the GCEPD, membership on the Committee and our current activities, please contact GCEPD Executive Coordinator Melita DeBellis at melita@gcepd.org or call 802-434-6600.

We welcome your support and participation!

Sincerely,

 April Tuck, Chair of the GCEPD