1. Minnesota Parent Leadership Network
Join our newly formed state-wide organization that strengthens, trains and empowers parent leaders in the field of children’s mental health. Contact your local regional representative by calling 1-866-837-3393 or by sending an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .Our Network membership includes parent leaders (see About Us, Membership for criteria) as well as Board and Regional Representatives. For more information on applying for a Board or Regional Representative Position or membership contact us at 1-866-837-3393 (toll free) or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
2. Local Level
- Committees, work groups, councils and boards
- Local Advisory Council
- Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)—for each school district
- Children’s Mental Health Collaborative
- Family Service Collaborative
- Community Transition Interagency Committee (CTIC)
- Interagency Early Intervention Committee (IEIC)
- Local Coordinating Council
- For more information contact your local county social services department or local school district.
3. Elected Officials
- County Board of Commissioners
- School Board
- City Council
4. State Level
- Committees, work groups, councils and task forces
- Statewide work groups from the Department of Human Services and Department Education
- Minnesota State Advisory Council on Mental Health
- Subcommittee on Children’s Mental Health
- Special Education Advisory Council
- Governor’s Interagency Coordinating Council



