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Press Kit

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Media Inquiries

If you’re a member of the media, please reach out to learn about our work with New Americans in Minnesota.

Joe Shannon
Marketing & Communications Manager
(651) 377-8618

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Additional Resources

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  • Fact Sheet

    See our impact by the numbers. From arriving to thriving, we have been a pillar of support to New Americans for over 100 years.

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  • World Map

    Our clients arrive in Minnesota
    from around the world. See the home countries represented by IIMN clients.

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  • Impact Graphic

    A colorful graphic of our most recent year’s impact, including workforce development, education, refugee resettlement and citizenship.

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Visual Library

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About the International Institute of Minnesota

Since 1919, the International Institute of Minnesota (IIMN) has delivered critical services and resources to help New Americans transition to their new lives in Minnesota. From language learning and job training to immigration and refugee services, we offer New Americans a pathway for a strong start to a new life. Once stability is achieved, we’re there for next steps, too: from college preparation and career advancement to citizenship support and financial coaching toward home ownership. With over 100 years of experience, IIMN is considered a national leader in creating opportunities for New Americans.

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In the News

  • Announcements

    Legal help if detained by ICE

    If you or a family member is detained by ICE, contact an attorney immediately. If you have questions about your immigration status, you should only talk to a qualified attorney or accredited representative.

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    Announcements

    What you need to know about Operation PARRIS

    The International Institute of Minnesota has learned that refugees who arrived within the past three years are being targeted by ICE with the launch of the Department of Homeland Security’s Operation PARRIS (Post-Admission Refugee Reverification and Integrity Strengthening). It’s important for refugees to be aware, informed, and prepared in case ICE were to show up unannounced due to this operation. We have resources for refugees and immigrants on knowing your rights and essential steps to take to protect you and your family. 

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  • Media Coverage

    Washington Post: They arrived as refugees but are now detained in Trump’s Minneapolis crackdown

    Washington Post | Lawyers and immigrant advocates say dozens of legal immigrants who arrived as vetted refugees and have protections from deportation have been detained in Minnesota. Washington Post spoke with Jane Graupman, the Institute’s Executive Director.

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Contact Us

Please reach out if you have additional questions or need more resources from us.

Joe Shannon
Marketing & Communications Manager
(651) 377-8618

 

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