Welcome to People First of Missouri!

People First of Missouri is a self-advocacy organization that was formed by, is run by, and exists for people with developmental disabilities in the state of Missouri.

Our membership consists of local affiliated chapters. People First of Missouri is a non-profit organization that promotes equality for people with disabilities so they can live the life they want in the community. To learn more about who we are and who supports us, click here.

A Message about racial tension, disability, and the civil rights struggle, by PFMO President Jeff Johnson

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Front cover of the 2020 Spring News

Message from the People Newsletter – Spring 2020 issue

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