Tag: Advocacy

2026 Day at the Capitol

This annual afternoon of advocacy will bring together individuals with epilepsy, caregivers, loved ones, and supporters of the epilepsy community for meaningful engagement at the Capitol. Participants will gather to connect with Minnesota legislators, share personal stories, and advocate for policies that support the wellbeing of Minnesotans impacted by epilepsy.

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Advocacy in Action: EFMN is Elevating Epilepsy as a Public Health Priority in Minnesota

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The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) has a long and rich history of advocacy.  From our early efforts to raise awareness to our impactful policy successes—reducing license suspension time after a seizure, enacting Step Therapy Reform, passing Seizure Smart Schools legislation, and most recently, securing coverage for Seizure Detection Devices

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Day at the Capitol Info Session

Unsure of what to expect at Day at the Capitol? Not sure if you want to register? Join us for an information session as we cover everything you need to know for Epilepsy Advocacy Day at the Capitol on February 22. Questions? Reach out to Sara Goodno at sgoodno@efmn.org. REGISTER

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Virtual Day at the Capitol

Join us for Day at the Capitol and make your voice heard. Register today!

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Advocacy Listening Session

Join epilepsy advocates across the state to discuss our 2023 policy priorities, and share about policy issues that impact the lives of people living with epilepsy. We hope you will join us! Please register at the form below. JOIN MEETING

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REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate District 18

Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

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REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate District 13

Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

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REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate District 8

Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

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REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate Districts 62 and 63

Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

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Rev Up Candidate Forum: Senate District 35

Join us for a non-partisan Rev UP MN Virtual Candidate Forum for Senate District 35 featuring candidates for the Minnesota Senate and House Districts 35A & 35B. Register here.  Don’t know what district you are in? Find out here.

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Walks!
Join a free walk near you to honor a loved one, recognize your own epilepsy journey, or show support for someone you care about. Walk on your own, start a team, or join one already forming in your community.

EFMN Summer Camps are Filling Fast! Camp Oz, Day Camp, and Family Camp offer safe, fun summer experiences for youth with epilepsy (ages 5–17) and their siblings.