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Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair

Come join us at the Institute for a day filled with valuable resources and networking opportunities for those curious or interested in starting a business. Whether you’re just starting out, looking to grow your existing business, or simply wanting to learn more about what it takes to run a business, this event is perfect for you. Connect with local resources, attend informative workshops, and gain insights from industry experts. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

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Intern Reflections Summer 2026

Aug 21, 2026

Our Summer 2026 interns shared their experience with us on what this internship meant to them and what they learned. Read more in this Intern Q&A Reflection! Also, learn more about future internship opportunities at the Institute.

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Spokesman Recorder: How Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” affects SNAP

Aug 19, 2026

Spokesman Recorder | President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” or H.R. 1, made several consequential changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), through which low-income people can access food support.

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August 2026

Aug 18, 2026
In this month’s newsletter, you’ll learn about:

New Immigration Services walk-in hours

Parking updates during Minnesota State Fair

Volunteer Spotlight

Small Business Resource Fair: September 25

Breakfast Circle: September 18

Submit public comments on increasing citizenship application fees
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Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin & Anita

Aug 12, 2026

Kevin Harding and Anita Terry are a dynamic husband and wife duo who are regular volunteers at the Institute. They volunteer in several programs and classes, including refugee services, citizenship, entrepreneurship, employment assistance, and more. Learn more in this question-and-answer series about what inspires and motivates Kevin and Anita.

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Thomas McCartney: The Miracle We Refuse to See

Aug 11, 2026

Thomas McCartney | After nearly four decades at the International Institute of Minnesota, Jane Graupman has seen refugees rebuild their lives, sustain essential institutions, and endure policies that treat their humanity as expendable.

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MPR News: Minnesota refugee arrivals fall to record lows, reshaping decades-old resettlement system

Aug 10, 2026

MPR News | For more than four decades, Minnesota has been one of the country’s leading refugee resettlement states for people fleeing war, persecution and humanitarian crises. On average, about 2,000 to 3,000 refugees arrived in the state each year over the previous 45 years. That system has changed dramatically over the past year.

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Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair 2026

Aug 06, 2026

Join us for our third annual Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair to connect to resources, network with other entrepreneurs, and hear inspiring stories.

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Minnesota Women’s Press: Explainer: How the Federal Government Is Restricting Access to Legal Immigration

Jul 27, 2026

MN Women’s Press | The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 30 that the Constitution guarantees automatic citizenship to virtually all children born on American soil, striking down President Trump’s executive order that sought to deny birthright citizenship to babies born to parents who are undocumented or in the country temporarily.

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July 2026

Jul 17, 2026
In this month’s newsletter, you’ll learn about:

Standing up against increasing citizenship application fees

Supporting New Americans on their pathway towards citizenship

Volunteers needed for ‘Side by Side’ refugee program

‘Community Volunteering Day’ August 8th

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

STEM & Trades Career and Training Fair July 29th
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