Episode 11: Adult size Changing Stations become LAW in MN
In this episode of Rarely Familiar, Haley, alongside friends Tram and Jen delve into the transformative journey of turning citizen advocacy into enacted legislation. They are joined by guest Sarah St. Louis, who shares her inspiring experience of drafting and helping pass a bill into law mandating adult-sized changing tables in certain public spaces in Minnesota. The discussion highlights the importance of community involvement, telling personal stories, and legislative strategies to bring attention to often overlooked needs. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize perseverance and coalition building as critical components for enacting social change, demonstrating how individuals can start with a simple idea and transform it into impactful, inclusive legislation.
Action Item: Find out who your Representative is and set up a meeting to let them know who you are and why you think adult changing tables are important! It is so easy, just plug in your zip code here to find your representative’s contact info.
Resources:
How a bill becomes a law in MN
Changing Spaces Campaign Website
Minnesota Changing Spaces Facebook Page
Special thanks to:
Eli Brunelle for Intro and outro Music "New Love"
Todd Piper Hauswirth at All-Good for logo and RF brand identity