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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

  • Media Coverage

    Christian Science Monitor: How a legal battle in Minnesota could affect refugees

    Christian Science Monitor |The Trump administration is advocating in court for a novel interpretation of U.S. law in order to arrest and detain refugees in Minnesota, challenging decades of bipartisan policy on refugee treatment.

  • Media Coverage

    WCCO: Judge hears arguments on extending protections for refugees in Minnesota facing deportation

    WCCO | A federal judge heard arguments Thursday over whether a temporary restraining order that is currently protecting Minnesota refugees who are legally here should be extended. WCCO spoke to Jane Graupman, the Institute’s Executive Director.

     

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  • Newsletter

    February 2026

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

    • A thank you to our supporters
    • Operation PARRIS Update
    • Statement on the end of Operation Metro Surge
    • Immediate citizenship appointments available 
    • New Americans New Beginnings tickets on sale
    • Summer internship applications open
    • Institute News coverage
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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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