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The Citizens League is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that empowers people to engage in civic life and public policy to make Minnesota a better place to live and work for everyone.
Recent News
The BAND Group presents: Maple and Vine
The BAND Group, a Twin Cities-based theatrical company devoted to supporting other nonprofits, is pleased to announce its next production: a minimalist staging of Maple and Vine, Jordan Harrison’s bracing look at what has been gained and lost in the race to reclaim “old-time” values directed by Adrian Lopez-Balbontin and Todd O’Dowd playing Nov. 2-5 at the Center for Performing Arts in Minneapolis.
PHOTOS: Civic Celebration 2018
On October 11, members, supporters, and friends of the Citizens League honored Richard Davis, whose innovative leadership has transformed Minnesota. Thanks to all who could join us in celebrating civic engagement and leadership in Minnesota!...
Civic Celebration Speakers Announced!
We’re pleased to announce an amazing line-up of speakers that will not only speak of the innovative leadership of Richard Davis, but also how his civic engagement, public investment, and community-building serves as a model for leaders throughout Minnesota. Mr. Miles Swammi, Ms. Marilyn Carlson Nelson, and Mr. Ravi Norman join us October 11!
Announcing our 2019 Board Nomination Slate
With great enthusiasm, Citizens League Board of Directors has unanimously approved the following slate of board candidates, below, as proposed by our Nominations Committee, and voted on by our members on the evening of Thursday, October 11 at the Civic...
Video: Citizens League presents Minimum Wage Study recommendations to Saint Paul City Council
Video: On September 12, the Citizens League provided details on the recommendations and the process that led to the Saint Paul Minimum Wage Study Committee report.
Citizens League submits final recommendations of Saint Paul Minimum Wage Study Committee
Recommendations are based on hours of deliberations and study from the 21 members of the committee, which represented a wide range of the Saint Paul community.
Current Work
Minnesota Legislative Exchange
The Minnesota Legislative Exchange is a first-in-the-nation effort to build trust and bipartisan relationships in state legislatures. As Minnesota’s leading nonpartisan nonprofit focused on civic engagement and public policy solutions, Citizens League is proud to lead this important effort, intentionally forging new relationships to bridge divides and govern our state effectively.
Capitol Pathways
With the long-term goal of making our government truly representative of our communities, the program opens access to the Minnesota Capitol to the next generation of leaders of color. Through this program, interns build relationships with established Capitol leaders, gain exposure to various kinds of careers in policy, get real-world experience in career fields they would like to learn more about and build a strong professional resume in the process.
Strengthening Public Service
Citizens League is embarking on a new project to dig deeper and explore the unique challenges and barriers to public service, with a particular emphasis on non-elected roles and people who make our state’s local governments work.
Events
The Citizens League hosts forums for civil discussion across Minnesota. Our event series includes events that are open to the public, member-only and workplace events to help inform and engage Minnesotans on important policy and civic leadership discussions.