Thank you to all who attended the Community Input Sessions across Greater Minnesota! We have appreciated the discussions and input from each of you. We are now planning three more Community Input Sessions, including two sessions for the Twin Cities and one remote session.

What to expect

What can you expect at the Community Input Session? This session is a platform for you to share your insights, ideas, and experiences related to interpreting. We will share information about the coming shortage of interpreters across the state (and country) and together we will generate ideas for improving the quality and availability of services. Together, we aim to shape the future of interpreting in our communities.

Don’t worry about refreshments for the in-person sessions; we got you covered. Drinks and snacks will be provided to keep you energized throughout the sessions.
We can’t wait to see you there and get your input. Together, we’re working to improve interpreting services across our state. We hope that you can join us at one of these last few Community Input Sessions.

All sessions will be conducted in American Sign Language (ASL) with accommodations as requested. Please try to request accommodations at least ten days in advance. As we are aware that there is already a challenge for securing services, your assistance with requesting interpreters, CART providers, or other accommodations in advance is much appreciated.

Register today

Please RSVP at Community Input Session RSVP so we know you are coming. Here are the remaining sessions.

St. Cloud (Sartell)

Saturday, November 18, 2023
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Benton Stearns Education District
517 2nd St. S
Sartell, MN 56377
Special thanks to St. Cloud's Deaf Coffee & Chat for making this possible.

Thief River Falls *Canceled due to low enrollment

Saturday, December 2, 2023
10 am - 12:30 pm
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Thief River Falls Public Library
102 1st St. E
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Upon arrival, go to the Fireside Meeting Room.

Brainerd (Baxter)

Sunday, December 3, 2023
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Coco Moon
14091 Baxter Drive, Suite 110
Baxter, MN
This is Coco Moon's newest location and is right behind Pizza Hut. Upon arrival, go to their meeting room.

Metro

Tuesday, December 5, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dendros Group
2642 University Ave West
St. Paul, MN 55114
Doors open at 5:15 PM if you'd like to arrive early to connect with others, get a snack and beverage prior to the discussion.

Faribault

Thursday, December 7, 2023
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Faribault Community Center
15 Division St. W
Faribault, MN 55021
Upon arrival, go to the Peterson Room. 

Metro

Wednesday, December 13, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dendros Group
2642 University Ave West
St. Paul, MN 55114
Doors open at 5:15 PM if you'd like to arrive early to connect with others, get a snack and beverage prior to the discussion.

Online

Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Thursday, December 14, 2023
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
After you register through the RSVP form, you will receive the link.