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Headwaters Community News
Emma Olson aims to be a steward for her community
Welcoming Bilal Alkatout to Headwaters
Job opportunities from the Headwaters community
April community events
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Emma Olson aims to be a steward for her community
April’s installment of our
Donor Stories project<[link removed]> shines a spotlight on Emma Olson – dedicated donor organizer and Headwaters Development Committee member.
In her story, Emma shares how her experience in the Giving Project deepened her connection to her racial identity and her grounding in movement work. She also shares how she works in her sphere of influence to uproot white supremacy culture as a mixed-race person in the public sector.
“The first step to eliminating white supremacy culture is unmasking it, especially in ourselves. I aim to be a champion in fostering creativity and uncovering white supremacy culture in my work. At the center of that is creating opportunities to build genuine connections and trust and making space for creativity to flourish.”
We invite you to get to know Emma and learn about her journey with Headwaters by
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(Photo by Nance Musinguzi)
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Welcoming Bilal Alkatout to Headwaters
Headwaters gained a new team member this month! Please help us welcome our new Associate Director of Program and Grantmaking Bilal Alkatout!
Bilal is a respected and familiar presence in local philanthropy, and already rooted in the Headwaters community. He has a passion for community-driven initiatives, and he’s an expert at cross-sector connectivity and creative problem solving.
Bilal will lead the day-to-day operations of our Program Team and support colleagues to be increasingly responsive to Minnesota’s movements for change. He will also lead evaluation efforts and help elevate how Headwaters establishes, builds, and sustains grantee relationships.
Find out more about Bilal
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Job Opportunities from the Headwaters Community
Economic and Community Development Consultant<[link removed]>, ACER
Community Cooks Program Facilitator<[link removed]>, Appetite for Change
Chief of Staff<[link removed]>, Asian American Organizing Project
Development & Finance Coordinator<[link removed]>, Asian American Organizing Project
Civic Engagement & Advocacy Manager<[link removed]>, Ayada Leads
Communication Coordinator<[link removed]>, Ayada Leads
Summer Camp Counselor<[link removed]>, The Bakken Museum
Dakota Immersion Middle level Teacher<[link removed]>, Bdote Learning Center
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, Black Visions
Part-Time Building Logistics Coordinator<[link removed]>, CTUL
Counselor Educator<[link removed]>, Division of Indian Work
Youth Worker<[link removed]>, Division of Indian Work
Program Manager<[link removed]>, Dream of Wild Health
Communications Coordinator<[link removed]>, Dream of Wild Health
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>,Esperenza United
Director of Lending and Programs<[link removed]>, Exodus Lending
Medical Assistant,<[link removed]> Family Tree Clinic
RN Manager of Clinic Support Staff<[link removed]>, Family Tree Clinic
Sex Educator<[link removed]>, Family Tree Clinic
Administrative and Executive Assistant,<[link removed]> Hmong American Farmers Association
Food Hub Delivery Driver<[link removed]> Hmong American Farmers Association
Packing Assistant<[link removed]> Hmong American Farmers Association
Operations and Bookkeeping Organizer,<[link removed]> Inquilinxs Unidxs por Justicia
Solar Storyteller Instructor<[link removed]>, MIGIZI
Summer Media Assistant<[link removed]>, MIGIZI
Director<[link removed]>, NICE MN
Multiple Positions<[link removed]>, TakeAction Minnesota
Multiple Positions,<[link removed]> The Bridge for Youth
Director of Policy and Research<[link removed]>, Voices for Racial Justice
April Community Events
Virtual mural creation with artist Geno Okok<[link removed]>
Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 6 p.m.
ACER Inc. is working on implementing activities around the arts for youths in the community. Specifically, ACER is working with artist Geno Okok and his team to create a large-scale Mural. The mural will reflect the diversity in the city. Youths in the community will be involved in creating the mural and will receive a stipend after the mural has been completed. Sounds interesting? Join us virtually on April 14th from 6-7pm to learn more!
Press Conference: Strong TOPA for Minneapolis<[link removed]>
Friday, April 15, 2022 at 11 a.m.
We need to join together and urge our City Councilmembers to pass a strong #Opportunity2PurchaseMPLS that will give more power to renters, create new avenues for homeownership, and stop displacement caused by corporate profiteering.
The Housing Justice League and Cielo Sin Límites / Sky Without Limits Cooperative are hosting a press conference featuring renters and allies alike who believe the time is NOW for a strong TOPA policy in Minneapolis. Join us on Friday, April 15 at 11am in person or watch live on Facebook here!
Celebrate the Love: Hybrid Gala for RECLAIM<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 10 a.m.
Join us as we RECONNECT to celebrate and support RECLAIM’s healing work, and RECHARGE with us as we look to our future!
The in-person event will feature a delicious brunch, games & activities, silent auction, and a program with exciting speakers! To promote our collective wellbeing, COVID safety protocols will be in place for all in-person activities. Our online event will also feature activities, connecting with others, silent auction, and a livestreamed program.
A Room Full of Matches Poetry Slam<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 7 p.m.
Black Table Arts + Jandeltha Rae Present: ‘A Room Full of Matches'. This gathering is the merging of community and competition. Up to 12 poets will have the opportunity to compete for cash prize in a three-round slam. This event will be the first of a hopeful series to create continuous space for the art of spoken word poetry.
CAIR-MN Ramadan Fundraiser<[link removed]>
Sunday, April 17, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Join us for that annual CAIR-Minnesota Ramadan Fundraiser Dinner. This year, will be our first year back in person with a virtual option. We look forward to seeing our wonderful supporters and champions of justice. CAIR-Minnesota's work continues to be critical in promoting a more just society. Save the date and more details of the event will be shared soon
2022 Virtual Youth Summit<[link removed]>
Monday, April 18, 2022 at 4 p.m.
Join OutFront Minnesota for our 2022 Virtual Youth Summit!Youth Summit is a powerful event for students in grades 6-12, led by LGBTQ+ youth themselves. This event brings together LGBTQ+ youth and allies for leadership development, connection, and the chance to be an advocate for political change in their communities.
Sprout – The Bridge for Youth<[link removed]>
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 8 a.m.
You're invited to join us at Sprout, a celebration of family and a glimpse into the strength and journey of pregnant and parenting youth. Register for Sprout and reserve your seat (or a whole table) on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 from 8:00-9:00AM at Nord Social Hall at French Meadow
Bring it Home, Minnesota: Rally at the Capitol!<[link removed]>
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 12 p.m.
Show up to support Bring it Home, Minnesota! Join the Rally on the steps of the Capitol and send a clear message to elected officials: NOW is the time to pass Bring it Home, Minnesota! We'll have legislators, housing leaders, and people who have been directly affected by housing insecurity speaking.
Northside Business Luncheon: Grant Writing<[link removed]>
Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 12 p.m.
As the COVID-19 restrictions continue to be lifted, Northside Economic Opportunity Network and West Broadway Business & Area Coalition will continue to host Northside Business Luncheon virtually until we believe it is appropriate to resume in-person business luncheons. This month's topic is on "Grant Writing." Panelists will give advice and tips on how to successfully apply for small businesses grants.
Housing Justice Forum: Bring It Home, Minnesota<[link removed]>
Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 7 p.m.
Join Urban Homeworks on Thursday, April 21 as we discuss Bring it Home, Minnesota – legislation that would improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans. During this live virtual event, you’ll learn how Bring It Home, Minnesota would work and have the opportunity to ask the bill authors, your state legislators, and various community leaders questions. Most importantly, you’ll hear from Urban Homeworks residents and other Minneapolis renters as they share their stories and the impact this legislation would have on their lives.
West Side Earth Day<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 9 a.m.
Earth Day 2022: A celebration and community clean-up. Come one! Come all! Come for the fun and information at this important community get-together!
Expand Work Release from Prison: A Community Conversation<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 1 p.m.
You are invited to a campaign info session to get our incarcerated people home safely at half their time -- by expanding the state's successful work release program.
20% of people in prison qualify for such release TODAY, and are low risk according to the DOC. Everyone in prison would benefit from being able to earn early release, and communities would benefit from reduced crime by setting up people to succeed upon return.
Poetry Takes Over The Future - Virtual Fundraiser<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 7 p.m.
This will be a virtual poetry fundraiser featuring new work by poet and Executive Director Brittany Delaney and notable black poets in the twin cities and beyond. This gathering will serve as a fundraiser for the neighborhood powered Black Table Arts Co-op.
QUEERSPACE Birthday Party!<[link removed]>
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6 p.m.
QUEERSPACE is creating space for LGBTQ+ youth to feel safe and empowered to be their true selves. Join us as we celebrate our first birthday, hear from LGBTQ+ youth in our program, and celebrate queer and trans youth with NUR-D, a fabulous silent auction, and food!
The Spoken Word Lab: A Space For Youth Poets<[link removed]>
Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 2 p.m.
Last Saturday of the month. Free. Facilitated by Executive Director Brittany Delaney, The Spoken Word Lab is a spoken word development space for teenagers starting in April in recognition of national poetry month. Parents are encouraged to become members. These workshops will be geared toward performance development, feedback on craft and building community within the culture of spoken word poetry. Open to all young people.
Actualizing Equity in Community Engagement<[link removed]>
Friday, April 29, 2022 at 11 a.m.
The COVID 19 pandemic caused massive shifts in the way we organize and advocate for systems and policy change. To protect our collective health while meeting the urgency of the moment, we had to adjust our strategies and tactics to mobilize our communities and bring both new and long-standing demands to institutions of power. Across issue areas and geographies, the unrelenting uncertainty and peril took a toll on our bodies, spirits and relationships — and also made space for new ideas that can make our movements more creative, inclusive and accessible.
As we continue to navigate the ongoing pandemic, what challenges have we faced and what opportunities have we embraced? Join us for a conversation with organizers who will share their insights, experiences and ideas.
Bring Our Mothers Home: A Celebration of Incarcerated Women and a Future Without Incarceration<[link removed]>
Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 12 p.m.
Join IWOC and others this Mothers' Day to celebrate our incarcerated loved ones and demand that they be released:
--On work release
--On medical release
--If wrongfully convicted or sentenced
And to create a future that doesn't rely on incarceration to solve social problems but that invests in prevention and effective accountability
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