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Houston Office for People with Disabilities Houston OPD advocates for the rights and needs of Houston citizens with disabilities. Facilitating delivery of services - including city services
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The mission of the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) is to serve as the primary advocate for the rights and needs of residents with disabilities. The Office also serves as a liaison between the mayor, city council, city departments and other public and private entities on matters pertaining to people with disabilities in Houston. MOPD's vision is a city where everyone understands the importance of equal participation and full inclusion of all residents, including residents with disabilities. We accomplish this mission by providing and participating in programs and services which address the needs and rights of residents with disabilities, including:

1. Acting as liaison to Houston Commission on Disabilities (HCOD), City Council and other City Departments
3. Making recommendations to public and private entities regarding the development of policy and legislation
4. Establishing fundamental local, state and national partnerships to promote community awareness
5. Administering, developing new, and participating in programs and services according to our mission

Thank you, Houston, for making our 2026 NDEAM Hiring and Learning Event an incredible success! From the packed workshop ...
10/13/2026

Thank you, Houston, for making our 2026 NDEAM Hiring and Learning Event an incredible success! From the packed workshop rooms to the vibrant connections made across the job fair floor, today was a powerful demonstration of the talent, resilience, and immense value individuals with disabilities bring to our workforce.

Grounded in our commitment to Learn, Engage, and Empower, this event was built directly around our community's voices—and your energy made it unforgettable. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners who worked alongside us to open doors to meaningful employment opportunities:

Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast
Texas Workforce Commission
Easter Seals of Greater Houston

To every employer and resource who showed up ready to recruit inclusive talent, our workshop facilitators, and most importantly, every job seeker who came ready to take the next step in their career journey—thank you for your dedication to building a more accessible and equitable Houston! Swipe through to see highlights from the day, and be sure to follow along for upcoming workforce initiatives and resources.

Image Description: A collection of event recap photos documenting the 2026 NDEAM Hiring and Learning Event hosted at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center on West Gray. Images feature Angel Ponce, Houston Office for People with Disabilities, and community partners alongside blind job seekers using white canes, wheelchair users, and attendees navigating interactive workshops and employer recruitment tables hosted across the gymnasium and activity rooms.

Hello Friends,I am excited to invite you to join us for our upcoming Houston Commission on Disabilities (HCOD) meeting o...
10/07/2026

Hello Friends,

I am excited to invite you to join us for our upcoming Houston Commission on Disabilities (HCOD) meeting on Thursday, October 8th, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Creating a truly accessible and barrier-free city requires constant dialogue, intentional community engagement, and proactive collaboration. The Commission serves as a vital bridge between Houston’s disability community and municipal leadership, advising on key policies, programs, and initiatives that directly affect our daily lives. With newly confirmed leadership and members actively guiding our collective mission, these meetings offer an essential forum to address ongoing accessibility priorities, celebrate progress, and explore solutions together.

Your voice and lived experience are the foundation of our work. Whether you are a community advocate, an ally, or simply passionate about ensuring equal access and equity across all of Houston, we welcome your presence and participation.

We are pleased to introduce an updated town hall format that strengthens our commitment to accessibility while streamlining meeting proceedings for greater efficiency and public participation.

To attend the meeting virtually select the link below:

https://bit.ly/HCOD-October

Visual description: Announcement graphic for the Houston Commission on Disabilities Meeting on October 8th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, featuring the City of Houston MOPD and HCOD logos on a solid navy blue background.

10/05/2026

There are only a few days left until our NDEAM Hiring and Learning Event on Thursday, October 8th, and we want to make sure you’re ready to put your value and talent into action! You spoke, and we listened. Based on direct community feedback, the Houston Office for People with Disabilities has built an experience designed to connect you with inclusive employers and get you into the career you want. Beyond meeting hiring teams, we’re featuring specialized workshops on:
Job Readiness & interview confidence
SSDI & Navigating Benefits
Workplace Accommodations S
elf-Employment & Entrepreneurship
Free Professional Headshots to polish your résumé and LinkedIn profile

Don't wait until the doors open—secure your spot today!
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center (1475 W. Gray St., Houston, TX 77019)
Tap the link to register as a job seeker before time runs out!

https://bit.ly/2026NDEAMHiringEventRegister

10/01/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and we’re putting value and talent into action! You spoke, and we listened. Based on your community feedback, the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities is proud to host a unique hiring and learning experience designed to connect job seekers with inclusive employers and real career pathways.

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026, Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center (1475 W. Gray St., Houston, TX 77019)

Join us as we learn, engage, and empower our workforce together.

Job Seeker Registration Link:
https://bit.ly/2026NDEAMHiringEventRegister

Video Description: A vertical 9:16 video featuring a woman speaking outdoors in Downtown Houston on an open plaza. She has shoulder-length brown hair and glasses, wearing a white-and-black grid-patterned blazer, a slate-blue top, dark jeans, and brown leather ankle boots. The City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods / Office for People with Disabilities logo badge remains pinned to the upper-left corner throughout the clip. High-contrast burned-in open captions appear in uppercase white text outlined in black across the lower third, dynamically highlighting key words in neon yellow.

Thrilled to welcome and work alongside our newly appointed Chair, Adele Henry as well as our reappointed and new members...
09/30/2026

Thrilled to welcome and work alongside our newly appointed Chair, Adele Henry as well as our reappointed and new members of the Houston Commission on Disabilities! Your dedication will be vital as we continue building an even more inclusive and accessible Houston for everyone. A huge thank you to Mayor John Whitmire and City Council for your continued leadership, vision, and steadfast commitment to disability advocacy and community equity. Looking forward to all that we will accomplish together! Stay tuned for more updates.

Image Description: A full-length vertical group portrait of six individuals smiling inside the Houston City Council Chambers. The chamber features warm, vertical wood-paneled walls, green carpeted floors, polished wooden council desks, and an ornate, round art deco ceiling fixture with star motifs. Set into the paneled wall behind the group are two doorways topped with metallic lettering reading "JUSTICE" on the left and "COUNSEL" on the right.

09/28/2026

Reflecting back on the , Director Angel Ponce breaks down how The Office of People with Disabilities (OPD) serves as Houston’s bridge between our disability community, City Council, and the METRO Board. From accessible ramps, sidewalks, and transit to our citywide ADA Transition Plan, physical mobility drives civic and economic inclusion. But true access also means knowing where to turn. Through direct referrals and community outreach, we connect Houstonians with the resources and assistive technology they need to thrive independently.

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Format & Visual Framing:

A vertical 9:16 high-definition video captured on location at a bustling indoor expo hall during the Abilities Expo. Two men seated in manual wheelchairs converse side-by-side in three-quarter view, framed from the waist up against an artificial indoor climbing wall and surrounding expo booths. Throughout the entire video, the circular City of Houston municipal seal and Department of Neighborhoods / Office for People with Disabilities department badge remain anchored in the top-left corner.

Visual Style of Burned-In Captions:

Synchronized, open burned-in captions appear continuously across the lower third of the frame. They are rendered in large, bold, sans-serif uppercase block lettering with a solid black outline to ensure high contrast against the expo floor background. The captions display dynamically word-by-word, actively highlighting current keywords in bright neon yellow while the preceding and following words remain in crisp white.

09/23/2026

!!!One More Day To Nominate!!! Help us Recognize Houston’s Champions of Inclusion!
Do you know an outstanding individual, youth leader, ally, employer, or City of Houston department making our city more accessible and inclusive? Nominations are officially open for the Houston Champions of Inclusion Awards (COIN)!

We are honoring change makers across the following categories:

Adult with a Disability: An advocate driving impact and representation.

Youth with a Disability: An inspiring young leader paving the way.
Disability Ally: An advocate promoting awareness, access, and inclusion.

Inclusive Employer: A business actively hiring and supporting employees with disabilities.

City of Houston Department/Division/Individual: Municipal teams and staff ensuring equal access to city services.

How to Submit a Nomination:
Go to https://www.houstontx.gov/disabilities/coin-awards.html

Complete the Application: Fill out the online nomination form.
Submit a Letter of Recommendation: Email your supporting letter of recommendation directly to [email protected].
Help us celebrate the advocates shaping a better, more inclusive Houston—submit your nomination today! 🌟

Video Description:
A 1-minute 48-second vertical video featuring Angel Ponce, Director of the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, announcing the opening of nominations for the Houston Champion of Inclusion (COIN) Awards. Dynamic yellow and white open captions appear centered along the lower third throughout the video, accompanied by an upbeat background track and the official municipal badge in the lower-left corner.

Learn. Engage. Empower. In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), the Mayor’s Office for...
09/17/2026

Learn. Engage. Empower.

In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) and Texas Workforce Solutions invite Houston-area job seekers to the 2026 NDEAM Hiring Event!

Whether you are looking to launch your career, transition to a new field, or build valuable professional connections, this event connects you directly with inclusive employers ready to hire.

What to Expect:

Professional Job Fair: Meet face-to-face with inclusive employers.

Interactive Workshops: Practical sessions on career growth and self-advocacy.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with community organizations and fellow job seekers.

Event Logistics
Date: Thursday, October 8th

Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

Job Seeker Registration Link:

https://bit.ly/2026NDEAMHiringEventRegister

Contact: [email protected]

Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Please request reasonable accommodations at least two business days in advance via Relay Texas at 711.

Image Description:
Promotional flyer for the 2026 NDEAM Hiring Event on Thursday, October 8th, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center. Features a Professional Job Fair, Interactive Workshops, and Networking Opportunities. Includes a registration QR code and contact details for MOPD.

09/16/2026

Help us Recognize Houston’s Champions of Inclusion!
Do you know an outstanding individual, youth leader, ally, employer, or City of Houston department making our city more accessible and inclusive? Nominations are officially open for the Houston Champions of Inclusion Awards (COIN)!

We are honoring change makers across the following categories:

Adult with a Disability: An advocate driving impact and representation.

Youth with a Disability: An inspiring young leader paving the way.
Disability Ally: An advocate promoting awareness, access, and inclusion.

Inclusive Employer: A business actively hiring and supporting employees with disabilities.

City of Houston Department/Division/Individual: Municipal teams and staff ensuring equal access to city services.

How to Submit a Nomination:
Go to https://www.houstontx.gov/disabilities/coin-awards.html

Complete the Application: Fill out the online nomination form.
Submit a Letter of Recommendation: Email your supporting letter of recommendation directly to [email protected].
Help us celebrate the advocates shaping a better, more inclusive Houston—submit your nomination today! 🌟

Video Description:
A 1-minute 48-second vertical video featuring Angel Ponce, Director of the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, announcing the opening of nominations for the Houston Champion of Inclusion (COIN) Awards. Dynamic yellow and white open captions appear centered along the lower third throughout the video, accompanied by an upbeat background track and the official municipal badge in the lower-left corner.

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09/14/2026

When accessibility is an afterthought it often causes real life challenges for individuals with disabilities. Angel Ponce and DiVietri Melissa sit down to share a relatable, frustrating experience that so many individuals with disabilities face daily.

Have you ever faced a barrier like this while out and about? Share your thoughts below!

Video Description:

A 1-minute 22-second vertical video featuring Angel Ponce, Director of the Houston Office for People with Disabilities, and Author DiVietri Melissa, seated together in an office setting discussing the everyday realities of restroom accessibility and the necessity of Universal Design. Open captions in yellow and white appear centered along the lower third throughout the video, and the official Department of Neighborhoods / Office for People with Disabilities logo badge is displayed in the upper-left corner.

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