Adding a child to your family introduces you to a whole new world. Knowing your rights and your child's rights can help you advocate for your family's needs, both at home and in the community.
Family and Medical Leave Act
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for certain family and medical reasons.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a bill of rights for people with disabilities, prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in areas such as employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and access to state and local government programs and services.
Community organizations
The Minnesota Council on Disability serves Minnesotans with disabilities through policy, training, technical resources, and collaboration with public and private stakeholders.
