ACT is a grass-roots disability rights organization run by and for people with developmental and other disabilities. ACT's mission is to help people across disabilities see themselves as part of a larger disability rights movement and make connections to other civil and human rights struggles.
Keywords: Self-Advocacy; Disability Rights; Human Rights; Disability
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1979 - 30 years
What is your primary product or service?
Self-Advocacy training and resource materials for purchase.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our board of directors are all people with disabilities.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location in St. Paul, Minnesota with no plans to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are on the corner of Fairview and University in the Midway area of St. Paul.
What type of payments do you accept?
Checks, American Express, VISA, Mastercard, Money Orders, we prefer no cash.
Which areas do you service?
The entire state of Minnesota, and we also travel throughout the United States and some internationally.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are a nonprofit organization and have two co-directors.
What are your hours of operation?
Primarily 9 am - 5 pm Monday through Friday, although we are here at other times, but people should call ahead of time to make sure someone is here