Literacy Action Network
Literacy Action Network is a statewide professional membership organization whose mission is to develop, improve, and expand adult literacy services by coordinating public policy advocacy, fostering statewide collaboration, facilitating professional development, and supporting quality Adult Basic Education (ABE).
Latest Resources
WebChat with MN ABE – February 18th, 2026
Topics include: Federal funding update, as available, State WIOA Plan revision, HSE Subsidy status, Contact hour year-over-year comparison, Grant updates, Transitions updates, Upcoming Professional Development opportunities.
ICE in Minnesota Fact Sheet
Page listing day-by-day updates of ICE actions and policy changes, as well as significant events and headlines from the January 2026 surge.
Family Safety Plans
Includes checklists for families in case of immigration detention, information on creating a DOPA (Delegation of Parental Authority), and Minnesota-specific legal resources
Community Resources
Page includes family preparedness checklists, lists of Ramsey County food shelves, and sources for free community meal resources.
Guidance on ICE Enforcement in Sensitive Locations
Document published by the AG's office offering guidance to organizations such as churches, schools, and hospitals, that ICE officers previously did not enter due to their "sensitive" nature.
“Know Your Rights: Police Interactions” Videos
Three-minute animated video discussing basic rights available to all when interacting with police (and by extension, immigration officers) in public spaces or when driving. Also available with Spanish narration.
Online Detainee Locator System
Government page for locating a person detained by ICE. Search by A-number, or by name and DOB. May take 48 hours for a detainee to be listed.
10 Strategies for How Schools Should Respond to Help Children Impacted by ICE Raids
Guidance points for schools and educators for supporting immigrant students. Targeted at K-12 schools, but most points could be applied to Adult Ed programs.
COPAL Tip Line
Organization focusing on advocacy for Latino communities in Minnesota. Offers a tip line for rapid response to ICE activity: 612-249-8736.
Job Postings
LNA is seeking volunteers to teach free weekly English classes for adult learners at several Minneapolis locations, with the greatest need on Fridays (6–8pm) at Blaisdell YMCA and Mondays/Wednesdays (2–4pm) at Horn Towers. To inquire or apply, contact Katy Fink at [email protected] or 612-824-9402.
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