The Latest from the League
Capitol Pathways Student Spotlight: Roaya Ghuneim
We are excited to begin spotlighting our 2024 Capitol Pathways students to learn more about their experiences of the program so far. Here, we highlight Roaya Ghuneim, a a sophomore at St. Olaf College in Northfield.
Photos: Capitol Pathways cohort gathers for first meeting & social
During the course of each Capitol Pathways program year, the entire cohort gathers each month for additional training, networking, and discussion of their internship experiences thus far.
Interconnected: Examining access to mental health services in rural & urban Minnesota
March 5: Join us virtually or in person for a discussion on mental health issues facing people across Minnesota.
Welcoming our new board members
We are thrilled to welcome these six civic, business, and community leaders to the Citizens League Board of Directors!
Friday, February 16: Capitol Pathways Social
Join us for our first Capitol Pathways social of the year!
Interconnected: An Update On Minnesota’s Child Care Challenges
Join us January 17 for an online panel conversation about ongoing challenges facing child care in Minnesota’s rural and urban settings.
Watch now: Interconnected — The Journey to meaningful workforce participation among Southwest Minnesota graduates
Learn from this insightful panel discussion exploring a new report tracking the trends and career paths among high school graduates in Southwest Minnesota.
Farewell, Blanca!
Our outstandingly talented Director of Public Policy, Blanca Martinez Gaviña, has announced that she is moving on.
Now recruiting Capitol Pathways students
We are gearing up for another year of Capitol Pathways! College students can now apply to be a part of our spring internship program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
Welcome, Maddie!
Maddie will be an integral part of our collaborative and supportive six-member team, helping us sustain and grow the relationships with our donors, supporters, and project partners.
Photos: Annual Community Gathering
Thanks to all who joined our Annual Community Gathering!
A message from the League’s new Executive Director
It’s an honor and privilege to serve as the new Executive Director of the Citizens League – and as I wrap up my first week on the job, I’m feeling deeply inspired by the opportunities that lie ahead.
2022-2023 Annual Impact Report
The Citizens League is excited to share our 2022-2023 impact report with highlights of our current work, recent community events, and ways we are co-creating unique spaces for bringing different perspectives together and finding great solutions.
Announcing our next executive director, Jake Loesch
It is with great excitement that we announce Citizens League’s next executive director, Jake Loesch. After a thorough hiring process, Jake emerged as the top candidate and was unanimously approved by our board of directors.
Citizens League’s Annual Community Gathering
September 27, 2023: We invite friends, supporters, and community members to gather for a meet & greet event with Citizens League staff, board, and others!
Celebrating Jacob’s 10 Years at Citizens League!
Ten years at an organization is an impressive feat and something to celebrate. We are excited to share that Jacob Taintor, Citizens League’s Communications and Marketing Specialist, has reached this ten-year anniversary milestone!