Press Kit

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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.

Alejandra Palacios Sigala
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
(651) 377-8664

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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

  • Media Coverage

    MPR News: ‘I’ve never seen this:’ Immigrant advocates report new federal effort to revoke refugee status

    MPR News | Minnesota immigrant advocate organizations have noticed a growing number of cases in which the federal government is trying to revoke the refugee status of some people who have already been admitted — in some cases, years ago. 

    Read the Story

  • Newsletter

    October 2026

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

    • Helping New Americans stay warm this Winter 
    • Community Volunteering Day: December 5 
    • Spring 2027 intern applications
    • Volunteer Spotlight
    • New Citizen’s guide to voting in Minnesota
    • SNAP and Medicaid eligibility changes for noncitizens: October 22 
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  • Stories

    Volunteer Spotlight: Chuck

    Chuck started volunteering with the Institute after retiring from a career in teaching biology at universities, colleges, and community colleges. His passion for teaching inspired him to contact the Institute to see how he could help others. Now, he tutors our College Readiness Academy students who aspire to go into health care careers.

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Contact Us

Please reach out if you have additional questions or need more resources from us.

Alejandra Palacios Sigala
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
(651) 377-8664

 

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