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Key Findings:  There is a signiﬁcant gap in visibility and availability of support services and medical professionals who specialize in female-speciﬁc disabili?es.  Women with disabili?es are less likely to access employment opportuni?es and report lower levels of educa?onal a?ainment than their male counterparts.  Many medical providers fail to market their services in ways that eﬀec?vely communicate their exper?se in female-speciﬁc disabili?es and chronic illnesses. Recommenda?ons:  Increase outreach and visibility for health providers specializing in female-speciﬁc disabili?es.  Encourage the crea?on of support groups for women dealing with condi?ons like endometriosis, PMDD, and PCOS on the Big Island.  Collaborate with local health care providers and community organiza?ons to create a resource guide for women facing female-speciﬁc disabili?es, including specialists and support networks. Conclusion: We would like to extend our gratitude to Mayor Mitch Roth for his ongoing support of the Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (MCPD). The committee is committed to working collaboratively with your office to ensure the successful implementation of the recommendations outlined in this report. We believe these actions will significantly improve the quality of life for residents with disabilities across Hawaii County. The MCPD and its individual committee members are available to provide further clarification, guidance, or assistance as needed to accomplish these goals and build a more inclusive community. Thank you for considering these recommendations, and we look forward to continuing to serve for the benefit of the disability community and all residents of Hawaii County. The Mayor’s Commi?ee on People With Disabili?es 8