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You are here: Home / News / Apply for Partners in Policymaking Class

Apply for Partners in Policymaking Class

April 4, 2022

Partners in Policymaking logoThe Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is now accepting applications for the Partners in Policymaking Class 40 advocacy and leadership training program!

You can find Class 40 dates, information, and marketing materials and apply for the program at Partners in Policymaking Class 40.

What is Partners in Policymaking?

The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities created Partners in Policymaking 35 years ago and offers the program nationally and internationally. Through informative and interactive sessions, Partners teaches leadership skills and the process of developing positive partnerships with elected officials and other policymakers who make decisions about the services that you or your family use. Partners is accessible, informative, and empowering. Since 1987, more than 1,100 self-advocates and family members have graduated from Partners in Minnesota.

Requirements

To participate, the Partners program requires:

  • a commitment to attend all eight sessions.
  • an interest in learning and practicing new skills in a comfortable and safe environment.
  • a desire to build and strengthen a network of people from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences.
  • a willingness to learn from national and state experts who share our vision and values.

Who Can Apply?

The program is designed for parents or legal guardians of young children with developmental disabilities and adults with disabilities.

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