St. Louis County is seeking volunteers to serve on its Local Mental Health Advisory Council. Ideal candidates include anyone who has lived experience of their own or through a loved one, anyone with professional training related to mental health, and those who are passionate about improving services in our community. In particular, veterans and men are encouraged to apply to ensure a diverse range of perspectives. A stipend is available for people with lived experience who serve on the advisory council.  

The Local Mental Health Advisory Council meets on the third Thursday of each month for approximately 90 minutes. Meetings are held at the St. Louis County Government Services Centers in Duluth and Virgina, as well as virtually through TEAMS.  

The application deadline is September 11, 2026. Advisory council members are asked to serve a two-year term.  

The local advisory council started in the fall of 2020 with the goal of bringing together a wide range of perspectives on mental health to improve mental health services in our communities. The group works to identify existing resources and gaps and provides recommendations to St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services regarding changes, additions and improvements needed to local mental health services for children and adults.  

More information about the work of the Local Advisory Council and a link to apply can be found online at stlouiscountymn.gov/lac.