A slightly blurred collage of community photos. A march with yellow signs, two people hugging, a meeting, and a person talking on a megaphone are visible. There is a transparent blue overlay and a semi-transparent lighter blue box with the words "Headwaters Foundation for Justice e-newsletter" in black.<[link removed]>
What's New this Month?
Apply for the Justice & Liberation Fund
Visioning Liberation with Local Artists
Reflections, calls to action, and memories
January community events
Job opportunities from the Headwaters community
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Apply for the Justice & Liberation Fund
Yesterday, we were excited to introduce the
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Justice & Liberation Fund<[link removed]>. Applications for the first round of the Justice & Liberation Fund are now open for Black-led groups working on the frontlines of justice. Completed applications are due by 5 p.m. CT on February 13th, 2025. Organizations selected for the Justice & Liberation Fund grant will receive unrestricted, general operating grants of $50,000 paid out over two years, $25,000 per year. Learn more at the links below!
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Visioning Liberation with Local Artists
Curated by
Sati Varghese Mac<[link removed]>, our 2025 artist calendar features 12 visionary and revolutionary BIPOC artists from Minnesota. Each artist connects their works to the fight for collective liberation, responding to prompts like, "What is your vision for your community in the next 40 years?"
Our January featured artist is
Patience Zalanga<[link removed]>, a photographer and documentarian from the Twin Cities. Her work, sparked by the Ferguson protests, focuses on documenting communities impacted by systemic injustice, beginning with local protests following the deaths of Philando Castile, Jamar Clark, and George Floyd. Artist calendars were sent to our supporters at the end of 2024. Please reach out to
[email protected] if you are interested in receiving a calendar - while supplies last!
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Reflections, Calls to Action, and Memories
When we wrapped up our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we wanted to make sure there was an easy way for you to access all of the different photos, blogs, and tidbits of information we shared. We hope you find something that piques your curiosity, whether you're a philanthropic peer looking to understand community-led grantmaking, a supporter excited to get more involved, or a movement friend who's just curious about Headwaters!
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Community Events
❄️ Winter ExtravaDance for Family and Community<[link removed]>
Wednesday, January 15 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Step into a magical world of frosty fun and festive cheer! QUEERSPACE collective's Winter ExtravaDance event is the perfect community and family-friendly celebration to kick off the season. Bring the whole family, and join us for a cozy evening full of winter comforts including youth DJ'd dancing, karaoke hits, exciting games, pizza, and a chance to decorate cookies! Can't make it to this event? Visit
queerspacecollective.org <[link removed]>to stay connected.
💡 Intention Setting Week<[link removed]>
Monday, January 27 through Friday, January 31st
Intention Setting Week is around the corner! Save the date and see the full schedule at
healthcarereparations.org<[link removed]>. These events are open to members an non-members for folks to plug in and inform our work for the next year. As a part of our community, YOU are a part of the work to transform the landscape of health and healing.
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Monday, February 3 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Court watching is a tactic to raise public awareness about our current legal system and also to hold the system accountable through witnessing, documenting, and sharing out. This is a powerful and critical tool for organizing because so much harm is never witnessed and then goes unchecked! Court watching is a tool of PEOPLE POWER against those in power! This training will be on how to court watch with MN Freedom Fund and then we'll have shifts for you to sign up for right away!
🎤 A 5×5 Reading Event* + Open Mic<[link removed]>
Tuesday, February 4 at 7 p.m.
Join ReEntry Lab at
Moon Palace Books<[link removed]>, for our next 5×5 Reading, featuring five fantastic writers:
Carolyn Holbrook<[link removed]>,
Louise Waakaa’igan<[link removed]>,
Marlin M. Jenkins<[link removed]>,
Rachel Moritz<[link removed]>, and
Ty Chapman<[link removed]>. Each reader will have five minutes to share work; after the main reading, there will be a short break for refreshments, followed by an open mic period, when all are invited to share their work. This gathering, and the open mic afterward, will be hosted by Davi Gray, Erin Sharkey, and Louise Waakaa'igan. Light refreshments will be served; masks are required at Moon Palace Books. This is a free event!
🎨 SEEN: Community Day<[link removed]>
Saturday, February 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weisman Art Museum presents SEEN, an exhibition created as part of a years-long collaboration with
We Are All Criminals<[link removed]> (WAAC), curated by WAAC director and founder,
Emily Baxter<[link removed]>. The seven installations stretch the bounds of the museum as a site for community engagement and critical examination of American carceral institutions. Join us for the opening day with artist-led programming, various art activations, and activities in Open Studio. Hearty snacks and warm drinks will be provided throughout the day. All events and activities are free.
🌿 Heal the Healers Convening<[link removed]>
Thursday, February 27 through Saturday, March 1
Hosted by the ROOT project at Nexus Community Partners, this pivotal, three-day event will be a transformative sanctuary of rest, reflection, and rejuvenation amidst workshops on holistic care and professional growth. As an act of revolution and movement building, attendees will immerse themselves in sessions advocating the necessity of self-care, from meditation techniques to stress management. Experts will share insights on how creating portals of rest and nourishing rest practices prevents burnout, fosters resilience, and nurtures mental health.
Job Opportunities from the Headwaters Community
Ayada Leads
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Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000
🔸 Communications Manager<[link removed]>
Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000
🔸 Digital Organizer/Content Creator<[link removed]>
Hourly Pay: $22.50 - $25.00
Ayada Leads is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization based in Minneapolis. Our mission is to provide comprehensive leadership development programs for New Americans, particularly African Diaspora Women, equipping them with the skills needed to become effective leaders and engaged citizens in their communities.
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