About us
Outreach and engagement
Actively building trusting, authentic relationships. Elevating the voices of the people we serve.
– Community Relations Mission Statement
The Department of Human Services works with communities, organizations and partners to build trust and improve services for people who use department programs.
Public participation
The Minnesota Department of Human Services invites people, community partners and organizations to share feedback on programs and proposed changes.
Advisory councils and task forces
Advisory councils and task forces within the department give people a way to share ideas and help guide programs and services. These groups focus on topics such as aging, disability services, mental health, health care, substance use, equity and community supports.
Department news updates
Department news updates share monthly news and information from across the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Updates include programs, services, changes and other topics that matter to Minnesotans.
Commissioner’s Circle of Excellence Awards
These awards honor organizations, counties and Tribal Nations that find new and effective ways to help people across Minnesota.
Contacts
Questions? Contact the Community Relations team by sending an email to the address below.