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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.

About Us Our History Annual Report And Financials
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In the News

  • Announcements

    Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair 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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  • Media Coverage

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

    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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  • Newsletter

    July 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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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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