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Advocating Change Together, or ACT, supports the leadership of people with disabilities to fight ableism and build inclusive communities.

Our Vision

ACT envisions a world where people with and without disabilities are valued for their contributions and have equitable access to leadership and power.

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Upcoming Events

MN Disability Pride Dates:

Northeast - July 9th
Northwest - July 26th
Central - July 26th
Southeast - July 26th
Southwest - July 11th
Metro - July 17th

Reach out to your SAM Leaders for information regarding your region!

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A group of diverse individuals, some in wheelchairs, posing outside a large building on a sunny day.
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The image depicts a group of people gathered in front of the Minnesota State Capitol to celebrate disability pride.

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The ACT team spent the last week catching our breath after the 3rd annual Disability Pride Festival. We were so happy to see everyone and so thrilled with how things turned out. Our cups have been filled! We plan on continuing to share stories as th
Happy Disability Pride Month! We are just 10 days away from the Disability Pride Festival at the state capitol! We hope to see everyone from 10AM-1PM on July 17th! ----- Check the link in our bio to visit our event page on Facebook to get involved!
It is May! Want to hear what ACT has been up to? Check out our newsletter! You can check out our website for the full update! Newsletter subscribers see posts first, make sure you sign-up to not miss anything! ------ Our website is in our bio. From o
Join Advocating Change Together for April Happy Hour! This month we are co-hosting with Cow Tipping Press. Non-Alcoholic beverages are available and free of charge. Food will also be provided! Join us to enjoy great conversations and community buildi
Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities co-hosted Disability Advocacy Day at the Capitol on March 25th. ACT had several members in attendance. Self-advocates from around the state rallied in promoting Medicaid over millionaires. Have you