Governor Abbott Appoints Henderson To Rehabilitation Council Of Texas

January 15, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Appointment

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Melva Henderson to the Rehabilitation Council of Texas for a term set to expire on October 29, 2027. The Council works with the Texas Workforce Commission to advocate for people with disabilities in the vocational rehabilitation process.

Melva Henderson of Dallas is the founder and CEO of Living Beyond Limits nonprofit organization and has over 10 years of professional experience working within the blind and visually impaired community. She is a vision life coach, helping others create a roadmap to successfully live a life beyond limits while providing events that bring awareness to an underserved community. Henderson received a Bachelor of Social Work from Texas Woman’s University and a Master of Social Work from East Texas A&M University. Additionally, she received a certificate in business management from George Mason University.