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You are here: Home / News / Apply for Partners in Policymaking Class 41!

Apply for Partners in Policymaking Class 41!

June 27, 2023

Partners in Policymaking logoThe Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities is now accepting applications for the Partners in Policymaking Class 41 advocacy and leadership training program developed by the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities!

You can find Class 41 dates, information, and marketing materials, as well as apply for the program on the Class 41 website.

What Is Partners in Policymaking?

Partners in Policymaking® is a leadership training program for parents of young children with developmental disabilities and adults with disabilities. Created by the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities 35 years ago, the Partners program has been offered 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 and/or your family use. Partners is accessible, informative, and empowering. Since 1987, more than 1,100 self-advocates and parents have graduated in Minnesota and more than 29,000 people worldwide.

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/legal guardians of young children with developmental disabilities and adults with disabilities.

How Do I Apply?

For a list of frequently asked questions, list of session dates and locations, as well as apply online, visit the Class 41 website. To request a hard copy application, email Brenton Rice.

Questions?

Email Brenton Rice, Partners in Policymaking Coordinator or call 651.242.6589.

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