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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 Institute 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

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    Action Alert: Public Comments on Proposed Rule Change to Increase Citizenship Fees

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new rule proposal to raise naturalization fees by 75% or more and eliminate fee waivers. This is a proposed rule, meaning it does not go into effect immediately. There will be public comments open for the next 60 days, until August 24, after which all comments will be reviewed before a final rule is published. We strongly urge our supporters, community members, and clients to submit a public comment about this proposed rule change and let your voices be heard.

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  • Media Coverage

    KARE 11: Changes to U.S. citizenship test raise questions about difficulty of naturalization process

    KARE 11 | The path to American citizenship is not the same for everyone, but one requirement applies to all immigrants seeking to become citizens: passing the naturalization test. 

     
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  • Newsletter

    June 2026

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

    • Court restoring immigration processing
    • World Refugee Day 
    • CNA Appreciation Week
    • Homeownership workshops and advising
    • Volunteer Spotlight
    • New Americans Campaign
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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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