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Welcome to the MN Office of Ombudsperson for Families August Newsletter |
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Primary elections, Board on Aging Survey, and more!
Minnesota Primary Elections August 11
The 2026 Minnesota Primary Election is on Tuesday, August 11. A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election. Early voting started on June 26 and is open through August 10.
Minnesota Board on Aging Survey
The Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA) is conducting a survey to help improve access to free and low-cost legal services for older Minnesotans.
MBA hopes to collect information to help design programs that will keep older Minnesotans independent, secure, and connected to community. Your feedback will help MBA know what is working, as well as what they need to improve. This survey is open to Minnesotans age 60 and older, as well as caregivers helping older adults. This survey is safe and confidential - the survey does not track personal data, and responses are private.
Complete the survey by Monday, August 31! For questions, please contact the Minnesota Board on Aging at mba.dhs@state.mn.us or call 651-431-2500 (800-882-6262 toll-free).
Leaders Changing the System Youth and Adult Summit
Join Partners for Permanence (P4P) on Thursday, August 6, for the 6th Annual Leaders Changing the System Youth and Adult Summit! This year's summit will highlight those who have supported the cause and championed the fight for reducing disparities that Black families experience within the child welfare system.
Event Details:
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Date and Time: Thursday, August 6, 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Location: Metro State University, New Main Great Hall Building, 700 East 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55106
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Registration: $50, register online today!
For questions, please contact Ms. Lola at info@partnershipsforpermanence.org.
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Arc Minnesota Disability Pride Event
Join the Arc Minnesota and Arc's Value Village in Richfield to celebrate Disability Pride!
This event will feature disability-owned businesses, crafts, face painting, art installations, performances from the disability community, and more.
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Date and Time: Sunday, August 9, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Location: Arc's Value Village Richfield Parking Lot, 6528 Penn Ave S, Richfield, MN
- Free and open to the public!
Webinar on Human Trafficking and Risk Identification
This webinar from the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) will discuss policy guidance for when youth go missing from care.
This webinar is intended for county and Tribal child welfare agencies who work with children and youth in out-of-home placement.
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Summer 2026 Regional Permanency Trainings
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and Foster Adopt Minnesota (FAM) are holding regional permanency trainings throughout the summer. These are designed for professionals working in child welfare, or permanency support roles.
Virginia Regional Permanency Training
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Date and Time: Tuesday, August 11, 9:00am - 4:00pm
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Location: Virginia Government Services Center, 201 S 1st Ave W, Virginia, MN 55792
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Registration: Register for the August 11 training
Mower County Regional Permanency Training
Crookston Regional Permanency Training
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Mothers First's Annual Community Baby Shower
New and expecting parents and family members are invited to join community for the Mothers First's Annual Community Baby Shower!
This event will include free food, games, and giveaways, as well as information on community resources for new or expecting parents.
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Date and Time: Saturday, August 22, 12:00 - 3:00pm
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Location: West Minnehaha Recreational Center, 685 W Minnehaha Ave, St Paul, MN 55104
- This event is free and open to the public
Mothers First provides services to support sober pregnancy. Learn more about Mothers First.
2nd World Summit on Human Trafficking, Femicide, and Gender-Based Violence
The 2026 World Summit on Human Trafficking, Femicide, and Gender-Based Violence reaffirms a global commitment to ending human trafficking, femicide, and gender-based violence through survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and cross-sector cooperation.
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Date: Monday, August 31 - Thursday, September 3, 2026
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Location: The Captain's Room, Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center, 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
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Registration: Learn more and register online
Wayside Recovery Open House
Join Wayside Recovery as they celebrate the new chapter of their Women's Treatment Center!
This will be an afternoon of connection, celebration, and inspiration as Wayside Recovery opens the doors to their new center, reflecting an ongoing commitment to helping women recover with dignity, hope, and support.
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Date and Time: Wednesday, September 16, 2:00 - 5:00pm
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Location: Wayside Recovery Women's Treatment Center, 3705 Park Center Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
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Registration: Please RSVP in advance to help the organizers plan refreshments.
MCLA Upcoming Virtual Board Open Hours
Join the Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs (MCLA) for Virtual Open Board Hours! This is an opportunity for members of the community to connect with MCLA board members, ask questions, share feedback, and discuss issues affecting Latino communities in Minnesota.
Upcoming Dates:
- Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00pm
- Wednesday, January 27, 2027, 12:00 - 1:00pm
- Wednesday, April 28, 2027, 12:00 - 1:00pm
For questions, contact MCLA at mcla@state.mn.us.
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