External relations team - Minnesota Office of Justice Programs

Provides support and services through the following:

- Acts as a liaison with the reimbursement program upon request

- Assists victims and families with completing the reimbursement application

- Assists victims with Minnesota Paid Leave application for state wage replacement (including safety leave for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking to protect income while taking time to recover)

- Explains about the Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Program

- Offers community outreach and engagement in those community spaces where victims and their families reach out for support

- Provides information and referral to victims of crime

- Refers victims to legal resources and assist victims with identifying and organizing documentation

- Supports victims with emergency needs including referral to advocacy, housing and financial supports