Committee Descriptions

The Audience Inclusivity Committee ensures that Healthcare For All Minnesota communicates in ways that are accessible, welcoming, and relevant to people across Minnesota. The committee focuses on inclusive language, culturally responsive messaging, and outreach strategies that reflect diverse communities, lived experiences, and geographic realities – so everyone can see themselves in our work and participate fully.

This committee is currently restructuring with the plan of resuming regular meetings in 2026. 

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact us at info@hca-mn.org

The Organizing & Base Building Committee strengthens the grassroots power of Healthcare For All Minnesota by growing and engaging a diverse base of members, volunteers, and leaders across the state. The committee focuses on relationship-building, leadership development, and coordinated outreach to mobilize supporters, elevate community voices, and build sustained people power for health care justice.

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact our Committee Chair – Anne Jones at anne@annejonesmn.com

The Communications Committee shapes the public voice of Healthcare For All Minnesota by developing clear, compelling, and values-driven messaging. The committee supports media relations, digital communications, storytelling, and internal updates to raise awareness, educate the public, and amplify the movement for health care justice across Minnesota.

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact our Committee Chair – Monica Akre at monicaakre@googlemail.com

The Legislative & Policy Committee advances the mission of Healthcare For All Minnesota by developing and advancing policy priorities that move Minnesota toward equitable, universal health care. The committee analyzes legislation, supports advocacy strategy, and works with partners and lawmakers to educate decision-makers and mobilize members in support of transformative health care policy.

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact our Committee Co-Chair – Dave Garibaldi and Don Pylkkanen. 
dgar77@aol.com

don.coact@gmail.com

The Coalition Builders Committee strengthens the movement for health care justice by building and sustaining strategic relationships on behalf of Healthcare For All Minnesota. The committee focuses on partnering with allied organizations, community groups, and advocates across Minnesota to align goals, share resources, and coordinate collective action in support of equitable, universal health care.

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact our Committee Chair – Ken Engelhart at engelhart.ken@gmail.com

The Education & Training Committee equips members, volunteers, and leaders of Healthcare For All Minnesota with the knowledge and skills needed to advocate effectively for health care justice. The committee develops educational resources, trainings, and learning opportunities that build shared understanding, strengthen leadership, and support confident, informed participation in the movement for equitable, universal health care.

This committee is currently restructuring with the plan of resuming regular meetings in 2026. 

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact us at info@hca-mn.org

The Lobby Day Planning Committee coordinates and supports Healthcare For All Minnesota’s annual Lobby Day at the Minnesota Capitol. The committee focuses on planning logistics, preparing participants, and aligning messaging to ensure a strong, organized presence that empowers members to engage lawmakers and advocate effectively for equitable, universal health care.

If there is interest in joining this committee – please contact us at info@hca-mn.org