Alliances that Inspire Change: Align and Connect 2026

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-minnesota-rehabilitation-association-conference-registration-1991932955090

đź“… October 29 & 30, 2026

đź“Ť Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota | 1270 Energy Lane, St. Paul, MN 55108

This 2-day conference promises excellent speakers, sessions, connection, food, and fun. You are welcome to register for the full conference or whatever days work best for you!

Snapshot Summary Agenda for 2026 Annual Conference

Thursday, October 29, 2026 (CEUs available)

12:00 – 4:00 Motivational Interviewing 101: Basics for a Different Conversation with Sarah Cameron

5:30 – 8:30 Alliance social and celebration *location TBD

Friday, October 30, 2026

8:30 – 12:15 Break-out Sessions (CEUs available)

  • Motivational Interviewing 201: Where Talking Draws Out Change with Sarah Cameron
  • Supporting People Under Pressure: Family Dynamics, Professional Response, and Relational Capacity with Jimmie Heags
  • The Cups of Tea Approach to Employer Engagement with Hollie Peterson and Jai Yerbich

12:15- 1:30 Awards Lunch Banquet

1:30 – 4:30 Break-out Sessions (CEUs available)

  • The Quiet Power of Advocacy in Vocational Rehabilitation: When Language Shifts, the Mission Endures with Dr. Todd Walls
  • Nuts and Bolts of Being “Job Ready” with Cristy Johnson and Stephanie Kruger

Attendees will receive a printed program schedule at registration, also accessible digitally.

Low student rate at $50.00

Low retiree rate at $150.00

Virtual Ethics Session with Todd Walls (Friday 10/30 1:30 – 3:00) can be registered for separately/stand alone for $50.00

**For agencies registering more than 5 people – MRA will provide a code for registration and invoice your agency upon request – please contact mraconferences@gmail.com

Flyer for the Minnesota Rehabilitation Association (MRA) 2026 Annual Conference titled “Alliances That Inspire Change: Align and Connect 2026.” The flyer announces a two‑day event held October 29–30, 2026, at Goodwill‑Easter Seals Minnesota, 1270 Energy Lane, St. Paul, MN. It includes agenda details: a featured session on “Motivational Interviewing 101” on October 29 from noon to 4 p.m., followed by an evening Alliance Social. On October 30, morning breakout sessions include tracks on advanced motivational interviewing, family dynamics and professional response, and employer engagement. An awards lunch occurs from 12:15–1:30 p.m., followed by afternoon breakout sessions covering advocacy in vocational rehabilitation and job-readiness skills. The flyer notes CRC continuing education units are available, offers an early‑bird discount for registration before September 28, and directs readers to register through MNRehab.org or Eventbrite.

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors!

Goodwill Easter Seals

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Mission: to eliminate barriers to work and independence.

RISE

For more than 50 years, Rise has partnered with individuals, employers, and community organizations to advance competitive, integrated employment and meaningful community engagement. Guided by our mission to open doors to transformative growth, purpose, and belonging, we provide innovative services that help people with disabilities and other barriers achieve their goals while supporting employers in building strong, inclusive workforces.

Pearl Consulting

Pearl Consulting provides comprehensive employment counseling and placement services to individuals with disabilities, and education to businesses in the community. 

Illies Consulting

Illies Consulting provides full service Job and Career Planning and Employment services to students and adults.

Guidance and Career Services

Thank you to JPD and TSD for additional contributions.

Division Sponsored Trainings

MRA’s Divisions often host at least one training a year. Please check specific Division pages on our website for Division sponsored trainings throughout the year.

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