The Latest from the League
Belonging: Kalia Xiong
Kalia Xiong is currently serving as the Capitol Pathways Program Manager at the Citizens League. Born the daughter of refugees from Thailand, she studied political science at Macalester College and was herself an intern in the Capitol Pathways program. Learn more in this member spotlight.
Paying Into The Pot Of Civility: Peter Bell
Citizens League member Peter Bell is Minnesota-born and has lived a diverse career path in regards to topics of civil importance. Learn more in this member spotlight.
We have a #GiveToTheMax Day Match!
Give to the Max Day donations will be matched up to $5,500! Donate now to help meet our match!
Capitol Pathways 2020: Now recruiting students!
We’re gearing up for the 5th year of Capitol Pathways, and we’re now recruiting students to apply for an internship during the 2020 legislative session!
Audio: Policy On Tap – The Science Behind Your Trash
Policy On Tap host Tom Weber was joined by a panel to talk The Business Behind Your Trash. Listen here!
Conversations on Minnesota’s drinking water
We recognize that communities are critical to this conversation and that is why we are seeking your input.
Thanks for a great Civic Celebration!
Hundreds gathered for our Civic Celebration to honor former Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton and former U.S. Senator David Durenberger.
Meet our Civic Celebration speakers!
We’re excited to welcome an amazing line-up of speakers to honor former Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton and former U.S. Senator David Durenberger at our upcoming Civic Celebration on October 10th!
Capitol Pathways Host Application Now Open!
Do you work in or around the State Legislature? Then support students of color and their path to becoming civic leaders in Minnesota by hosting a Capitol Pathways intern for the 2020 legislative session!
Audio: Policy On Tap – The Business Behind Your Trash
On August 20th, Policy On Tap host Tom Weber was joined by a panel to talk The Business Behind Your Trash. Listen here!
2020 Slate of Board Nominees
With great enthusiasm, the Citizens League Board of Directors has approved the following slate of board candidates for 2020!
Photo Album: Capitol Pathways Celebration
Our thanks to all who could join us as we wrapped up another year of Capitol Pathways, creating opportunities for college students of color in and around Minnesota’s Capitol. Click here for our photo album of the evening!
Listen to Policy On Tap: An Apple a Day…Makes Waste
What can be done about the amount of food we waste in our communities? Listen to this Policy On Tap talk on food that goes from farm to fridge to landfills.
Welcoming Amanda Koonjbeharry, our new Public Policy Director!
Amanda brings outstanding experience in leading government initiatives, coalition building, project management, and facilitating conversations to this important role.
Recap: Capitol Pathways 4th Annual Celebration
On June 6, 2019, Capitol Pathways students, hosts, and supporters gathered for an evening recognizing the achievements and bright futures of our cohort as the 4th year of the program came to a close.
Capitol Pathways Mentor Q&A: Jordana Palmer
As this year’s Capitol Pathways program nears its completion, we asked Capitol Pathways mentor Jordana Palmer a few questions about her experience thus far.