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From Arriving to Thriving

At the International Institute of Minnesota, we help immigrants and refugees make Minnesota their home.

 

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Programs for You

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    English Classes

    We offer free classes online and in-person for adult refugees, immigrants and asylees.

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    Citizenship and Immigration Help

    We help with filing for U.S. citizenship and offer other immigration services.

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    Classes and Job Trainings

    Learn about our many free classes and job trainings that support your journey as a New American.

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Did You Know?

Our clients, students and staff come from all over the world, contributing to Minnesota’s culture, labor market and economy.

  • 25,000

    Hours

    of English instruction provided last year.

  • 111

    Countries

    Last year, we worked with 4,533 clients from all over the world.

  • 28

    Languages

    We’re proud to have a diverse staff that supports our clients.

  • 100 +

    Years

    years serving New Americans since our founding in 1919.

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Welcome to the International Institute of Minnesota

We empower New Americans as they begin new lives and achieve their full potential. Our comprehensive services range from refugee resettlement and citizenship and immigration support to English education, college preparation, and workforce and leadership development. Since our founding in 1919, the Institute has been a pillar of support for New Americans as they journey to safety, stability and success.

  • Compassion

    We lead with compassion, listen with patience, and respond with sensitivity and discretion to every unique situation, individual and family we meet.

  • Connection

    We serve as a bridge between families, individuals and the greater Minnesota community as well as donors, policymakers and volunteers alike.

  • Respect

    We believe in fostering the potential of every New American to learn, grow, thrive and enrich our Minnesota community.

What Our Clients Are Saying

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  • I always remember people in my heart. I never forget this place.

    Thuan

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  • I found a place that really cares about people. Not only just cares, but they’re seeing the future of this generation.

    Ahmed

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  • I can say I have a good start of my life in USA (because of IIMN).”

    Yolande

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What’s New?

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  • Newsletter

    October 2024 Updates

    In this month’s newsletter, you’ll learn about:

    • Our guide to voting for new citizens
    • Volunteering to organize a winter coat drive
    • New partnership to address long-term care worker shortage
    • Institute staff highlighted in Sahan Journal
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    Stories

    New Citizen Voting Guide

    Hundreds of our clients earned citizenship this year and can vote for the first time in November! This voting guide shares information about how to vote and answers questions about Election Day. You can also download voting information in Spanish, Somali and Hmong.

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  • Announcements

    Winter Coats for Refugees

    We’re preparing for the winter ahead and need the community’s help! Imagine arriving in Minnesota as a refugee from a warm-weather country like Congo or Ethiopia, having never seen snow. Many of the arrivals we welcome don’t have the winter necessities needed to stay warm. You can help by organizing a winter coat drive for newly arriving families.

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Make an Impact

With your support, we can provide New Americans with a strong start to a new life. Whether it’s the gift of financial support, your time or resources, we are most grateful for your generosity; it is essential to the success of our community.

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