News

The World | This year, the U.S. will admit 125,000 refugees from across the world. The resettlement program provides a legal pathway to people fleeing persecution in their home countries. It’s the job of local aid groups to resettle people into their new homes.

We’re highlighting the impressive work of our volunteers throughout April, in honor of Global Volunteer Month. Learn more about what inspires and motivates Mark and Sharon, volunteers who help Institute clients apply for U.S. citizenship.

We’re highlighting the impressive work of our volunteers all month long in honor of Global Volunteer Month. Learn more about what inspires and motivates Mary, a long-time volunteer for the Institute’s Medical Career Advancement program.

MPR News | Mugisha is one of thousands of refugees who received help through the U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program, and one of hundreds who got connected with the International Institute of Minnesota. Case managers from the Institute help refugees like Mugisha find housing, jobs and resources they need to start a new life.

In this month’s newsletter, learn about:

• Women’s History Month
• Our first Entrepreneurship Class cohort
• Early bird tickets for New Americans New Beginnings
• Our latest media coverage

13 students are ready to pursue dreams of business ownership after completing the first Entrepreneurship class in the Business Career Pathway.

Star Tribune | Evan Ramstad quotes Institute Senior Director of Immigration and Refugee Services in his column, “U.S. immigration needs a remedy, and Minnesota’s economy could benefit if done well.”

Meet Esi Izim, an Institute client whose nursing career shines a light on inclusiveness and equity.

“My goal is to show more representation of people in minority groups in the healthcare system.”

Kare 11 | Over 40 years after being resettled as a refugee by the International Institute of Minnesota, Hauly Moua is now a landlord who rents to new arrivals also resettled by the Institute. He and his wife share their story of how they help other new arrivals build a home.