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Protection and Advocacy for Voting Access (PAVA)

Disability Law
  • Assess voting precincts across the state of Minnesota for accessibility.
  • Identify barriers to voter accessibility by conducting short interviews with election officials and assessing building features.
Experience Level:
No experience necessary
Time Commitment:
2-3 hours
Need:
Every two years
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Special Education Program: Due Process Hearing

Disability Law

Represent students in due process hearings, ensuring their rights under IDEA and other laws are upheld.

Experience Level:
Attorneys in Special Education law or with experience in education-related hearings
Time Commitment:
Up to 40 hours
Need:
Routine
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Special Education Program: Expulsion Hearing

Disability Law

Represent students in expulsion hearings, present evidence and advocate for their rights.

Experience Level:
Attorney, preferably with experience or interest in Special Education law
Time Commitment:
10-20 hours
Need:
Moderate
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Special Education Program: Student Advocacy

Disability Law

Receive training to advocate on behalf of students with a school district, ensuring their educational needs are met in accordance with state and federal law.

Experience Level:
Non-attorneys with strong communication and negotiation skills, preferably with a knowledge of Special Education
Time Commitment:
5-15 hours
Need:
Significant
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Special Education Program: MDE Complaint

Disability Law
  • Help families navigate the complexities of MDE complaints.
  • Read, analyze and respond to these complaints, ensuring each student’s rights are upheld.
Experience Level:
Non-attorneys with background in education policy or advocacy
Time Commitment:
Up to 10 hours (with mediation additional 15 hours)
Need:
Critical