The Latest from the League
A statement from the Citizens League on the death of George Floyd
We are stunned and saddened by the death of George Floyd this week in South Minneapolis. Injustice, inequity, and unfair systems led to this tragic loss of life and we grieve for George and his family.
#CapitolPathways Student Spotlight: Kevin Huynh
Kevin heard about Capitol Pathways through an alumnus of the program and saw it as a pathway to enter a career to further serve his community. Entering the University of Minnesota as an intended Biology major, Kevin has come to realize his passions about social justice and advocating for communities through programs like Urban Scholars and his other various roles on campus.
June 11: Join us for our Capitol Pathways End of Session Celebration!
You’re invited to celebrate a successful fifth year of Capitol Pathways, the only paid internship program in Minnesota creating a policy career pathway for college students of color!
#CapitolPathways Student Spotlight: Stephanie Oliva
Meet Stephanie Oliva, a second year student attending the University of Northwestern – St. Paul, and is majoring in Intercultural Studies and Youth and Adult Emerging Studies
#CapitolPathways Student Spotlight: Dieu Do
Meet #CapitolPathways intern Dieu Do, a first generation college student attending Hamline University. She is majoring in Political Science and Criminal Justice.
Searching for our next Executive Director
Our search for a permanent Executive Director has begun! We have retained Ballinger | Leafblad to assist the board to find the League’s next great leader.
#GiveAtHomeMN for Capitol Pathways
During #GiveAtHomeMN, we will be introducing you to our 2020 Capitol Pathways students, and asking for your support.
Announcement: Executive Director Transition
A message from Interim Board Chair Patrick Born on Pahoua Yang Hoffman’s departure from the Citizens League.
Capitol Pathways during the pandemic
While many aspects of our program for college students of color have had to be altered because of Covid-19, the program is continuing because of the resilience and innovative thinking of our students, hosts, staff, and partners.
Listening to you during this pandemic — A message from Executive Director Pahoua Yang Hoffman
Our approach to policy starts with listening. So please tell us: How is Covid-19 affecting you? Your input will guide our work in the coming days, weeks, and months as we face this pandemic together.
How is COVID-19 affecting you? Take our survey.
We know that this pandemic is affecting everyone, but we want to hear how it is affecting you. Take our short survey.
Adapting to a new normal amidst COVID-19 challenges
Minnesotans, like the rest of the world, are working to adjust to a “new normal” amidst COVID-19. As we work to rise to this challenge together, the Citizens League is looking for ways to adapt to this new environment while continuing to serve the community. LISTENING...
Video: Get to know Executive Director Pahoua Yang Hoffman
We are so proud to call Pahoua Yang Hoffman our Executive Director. Her life experience, breadth of knowledge, and genuine interest in people from all backgrounds truly makes Minnesota a better place. Thanks to TPT Almanac at the Capitol and David Gillette for conveying her amazing story!
Census 2020
Engaging immigrant and ethnic communities to encourage participation and make sure all Minnesotans are counted.
Audio: Policy On Tap – Sparking Joy and the World of Secondhand
Policy On Tap host Tom Weber was joined by a panel to talk the complex world of secondhand goods. Listen here!
Trust In Change: Cal Clark
Cal Clark spent his childhood and college years in Chadron, Nebraska, then came to Minnesota to join the Citizens League where he worked from 1970-1980 to streamline the organization’s approach to addressing civil issues. Learn more in this member spotlight.