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Do ‘historical firsts’ still matter in elections? How is the Republican party in Minnesota engaging with voters of color? What issues are driving Minnesotans of color to vote? We addressed all these questions and more at our recent community conversation about elections with political pros. Couldn’t make it to the conversation? Now you can see it on TV. If you’re in St. Paul, you can watch the conversation Monday to Thursday at 7 p.m. on SPNN (Saint Paul Neighborhood Network)’s channel 19 in St. Paul. https://lnkd.in/g2qr3w-Y

🗳️ HAPPENING TONIGHT: There is still time to join us at 6 p.m. at the Wellstone Center in St. Paul. If you can’t make it, watch our live stream on Sahan Journal’s YouTube page.

🗳️ HAPPENING TOMORROW: What's at stake for Minnesota in November? Find out tomorrow at a live community conversation at the Wellstone Center in St. Paul. Register for the free event below. Can't make it in person? Watch our live stream on YouTube at 6 p.m. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eW_rs8mH

🗳️ Event alert: The 2024 election season feels like a roller coaster ride — and it’s still August. There’s a lot happening in politics right now and we want to unpack what it means for communities of color in Minnesota. On August 15 at 6 p.m., Sahan reporters Joey Peters and Katelyn Vue will moderate a community conversation exploring what’s at stake for Minnesotans in November. For this Sahan Community Live event, we wanted to concentrate not on WHO people are voting for, and rather WHAT people are voting for — that is, how their vote this year reflects their values. In this conversation, we’ll explore what’s drawing communities of color to participate in the election and what they hope to see. Learn more and register for this free event happening at the Wellstone Center in St. Paul. Can’t make it in person? Watch the livestream on Sahan Journal’s YouTube page. Panelists include Abou B. Amara, Jr., AK Kamara, Azrin A., Michael Minta and Michelle Witte. 

Sahan Journal’s board of directors has named Vanan Murugesan as the organization’s next executive director, bringing new leadership to Minnesota’s largest newsroom dedicated to covering immigrants and people of color. Vanan becomes the nonprofit’s second leader, succeeding founder and CEO Mukhtar M. Ibrahim. Since August of 2019, Sahan Journal has emerged as a local and national leader for its exceptional coverage of diverse communities in Minnesota, and for its success as an innovative nonprofit newsroom led by people of color. Vanan arrives with a charge to guide the organization’s revenue growth, expand its unique reporting on issues that matter to people of color, and develop its equitable organizational culture. Read the full announcement below:

Looking to hire someone? Consider posting the position on Sahan Journal’s job board! The Sahan Journal Job Board offers a unique opportunity for employers to connect with talented individuals from various backgrounds, ensuring that job opportunities are accessible to all. Come reach Sahan Journal’s diverse readership with your job posting here: https://lnkd.in/g9NsUgBF

At #INNDays24, you’ll hear from trailblazing #nonprofitnews leaders like Sahan Journal founder and CEO Mukhtar M. Ibrahim, who will dive into the essentials of creating a succession plan.  View the whole agenda, and see what other field experts will be at INN Days: bit.ly/INNDays24Schedule

Event reminder: Want to know what it takes to become the boss? Find out how on May 30. We’re hosting a community conversation with Black entrepreneurs who are making it happen in Minnesota. Join us Thursday at 6 p.m. at Capri Theater in Minneapolis. Learn more and register for this free event below. #minnesota #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurs #business

Many Black immigrants come to Minnesota with ambitions and talents that feed into entrepreneurship. They want to be their own boss; they want to create wealth for their family and build a community asset. But many encounter distinct challenges along the way. That’s why Sahan Journal is bringing together a panel of Black entrepreneurs who are making it in Minnesota. On May 30, we’re hosting a Sahan Community Live event to find out how Black immigrants can overcome challenges to become bosses in Minnesota. Join moderators Mukhtar M. Ibrahim and Alfonzo Galvan at Capri Theater’s Paradise Community Hall, located at 2027 W. Broadway in Minneapolis. This event is free and open to the public. Panelists include Beatrice Adenodi, David Manly, Modoh Wanda, Dr. Stephen Menya and D. Tomme Beevas, MBA.    Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/g3zft_U6

How Sahan Journal used AI tools to identify $132 million in Minnesota charter-school spending. #minnesota #education #charterschool #corruption #AI