Capitol Connector Teams build awareness about issues that impact Minnesotans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These teams create a statewide, grassroots advocacy network. This network along with the Capitol Connector Teams focus on public policy, systems reform and disability justice. Working together, we can take action to create change and build power in Minnesota’s disability community.
Capitol Connector Teams work to:
- create strong networks of support among self-advocates, people who have disabilities, family members, and other allies
- build individual advocacy skills
- support larger grassroots advocacy efforts
- create relationships with elected officials who work in Minnesota and Washington, D.C.
- take action on public policies and systems reform that impact Minnesotans who have disabilities
- create recognition that the disability community as powerful, capable, and resilient
- build and mobilize the power of the disability community and their allies
Time commitment for Capitol Connector Team members are about 1-3 hours a month. Teams meet based on Congressional District and over Zoom. Learn more or to have staff connect with you, please complete this form. We'll be in touch soon!
