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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

Please credit photography and video as stated in the file names. If you’re looking for photographs of specific classes, please contact Joe Shannon with your request.

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 offers 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

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    Stories

    Michael Donahue Retires

    For nearly three decades, Michael Donahue brought his compassion, knowledge and heart for social justice to work at the International Institute of Minnesota. Now, as he retires as the Institute’s associate director, our staff is saying farewell to one of our longest-serving and most beloved staff members.

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  • Stories

    Volunteer Spotlight: Jolene

    Volunteers at the International Institute of Minnesota make our many programs and classes possible. Learn more in this question and answer series about what inspires and motivates Jolene, a volunteer tutor, retired nurse and former nursing instructor at the Institute.

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  • Newsletter

    March 2025 Updates

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

    • A mother-son student duo
    • A guide to understanding immigration terms
    • Have a job lead for new arrivals?
    • Volunteer: Mentor a New American
    • … and more!
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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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