The Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing serves as the principal agency of the state to advocate on behalf of Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing. We work to ensure these community members have equal access to the services, programs, and opportunities available to others. (Learn more about what we do and how.)

Board members have an important role at the Commission by providing guidance and oversight to the executive director. At least 50% of the board must be deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing. Board members are appointed by the Governor.

The following seats are currently open. 

• At-large member (3 seats)
• Advisory committee regional representative (2 seats) 

Anyone may apply for an at-large seat. To apply to be a regional representative, you must be a member of your region's Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing State Services advisory committee. 

Recommendations will be made to the Governor's Office by the Commission board for new members mid-September 2024. Please submit any applications by September 9th, 2024, to be considered. 

To learn more about the board and how to apply, view our "Join the Board" webpage. Or go to the Secretary of State's page for our Commission and apply now.

Board applications remain on the website for one year. If you applied after October 2023, your application will be considered. If you applied before October 2023 and are still interested in being considered, please resubmit your application.