Communicate with Legislators and the Governor

Direct, constructive communication is often the best way to inform policymakers about the needs of the people we all care about, and to thank them for their support where appropriate.

• Click here to find out who represents you in St. Paul and Washington, D.C., and to send a message directly - or email if direct messaging is not available.
• Go here to send a message to the Minnesota Governor.

The Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities

The Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities through their Partners in Policymaking program and website provides resources to help individuals become stronger advocates.

Online Courses

The partners program has a series of on-line courses covering several disability policy related areas including a 3 hour course on Making your Case. The courses can be accessed at http://partnersonlinecourses.com/

Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities

The Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MN-CCD) website has advocacy resources including on information and tips about meeting with a legislator or testifying at a hearing. Information on Tuesdays at the Capitol can also be found there.