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SUMMARY:Podcast Episode: Decarbonizing Minnesota with Business Finland
DESCRIPTION:In a new series of audio conversations\, Global Minnesota Marketing & Communications Manager Nick Hayen talks with some of the amazing people Global Minnesota connects with in our mission to advance international understanding and engagement. \nThis episode features Marika Ollaranta and Helena Saren from Business Finland\, which is dedicated to promoting Finland’s international business ties. They will be part of a delegation of Finnish businesses and the Ambassador of Finland visiting Minnesota in May focused on helping Minnesota businesses learn decarbonization best practices. \nInterested in meeting this delegation in May? Contact Corporate Relations Officer Steve Riedel to find opportunities for global access and exposure to meet your company’s Sustainable Development Goals. \n  \nListen below\, or subscribe to our podcast on all major podcast apps.\n \n  \nLinks\nGlobal Minnesota Corporate Membership \nBusiness Finland \nFinland Decarbonization Targets \nMinnesota 2040 Carbon Targets \n  \nThis interview was recorded on April 19\, 2023\, and will be available for viewing on our Calendar of Events for several weeks. All interviews are archived on our podcast feed and in our Past Events calendar. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/podcast-episode-decarbonizing-minnesota-with-business-finland/
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SUMMARY:A Global Celebration Gala 2023
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed. The Tour the World online auction is open to everyone! Click here to view items and start bidding.  \nTravel the world with Global Minnesota over the course of an evening as we celebrate the world’s countries and cultures with fine international cuisine and entertainment\, as well as the Tour the World live and silent auctions. The Gala is a one-of-a-kind global celebration raising critical funds to support Global Minnesota programs that connect\, inform\, and engage Minnesotans with the world. \nJoin us for A Global Celebration\, bringing together more than 350 Global Minnesota friends and supporters to raise funds for ongoing educational and cultural programs designed to help Minnesotans live\, work\, and lead globally. Individual\, table\, and corporate ticket packages are all available to customize your Gala experience. \n  \nEvent Details\n\nIndividual tickets include dinner\, entertainment\, and complimentary beverages.\nBecome a Patron or Underwriter sponsor\, which includes exclusive opportunities and benefits.\nInvite your friends and host a table for 10.\nEnhance your company’s global connections with a corporate sponsorship or table.\nNew location! We are excited to hold this year’s Gala at the indoor\, newly renovated Metropolitan Ballroom\, conveniently located at the crossroads of Hwy 394 and Hwy 100 in Golden Valley.\nFree onsite parking\nMobile bidding will be used for the silent auction and open prior to the event. Staff will be available on-site to help.\nSemi-formal attire is suggested.\n\n\nSpecial thanks to Gala corporate sponsors\, KNOCK\, Inc.\, Fredrikson\, Cozen O’Connor\, MN Best\, Inc.\, and UnitedHealth Group. We look forward to seeing you at the Gala! \nPlans change? To convert your ticket to a fully deductible gift\, email Alex at aalbrecht@globalminnesota.org.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/a-global-celebration-gala-2023/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Ballroom & Clubroom\, 5418 Wayzata Blvd.\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55416
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SUMMARY:World Citizen: Journeys of a Humanitarian
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. \nTo be a World Citizen is to embrace and champion the Universal Declaration of Human Rights\, knowing that all lives are valuable and equally deserving of protection and support. Join Global Minnesota and the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis for a conversation with Jane Olson\, Iowa born humanitarian and human rights advocate\, as she details her experiences supporting communities through moments of transition and crisis. Jane will share excerpts from her book and answer questions from the audience. A limited number of books will be available for purchase during the event. If you’d like to learn more about World Citizen or purchase a copy in advance\, visit Jane’s website. \nRegistration includes dessert and coffee. Programs at the Woman’s Club are open to all. \nAbout the Author: \nJane Olson has worked as a volunteer for many decades to promote peace and justice through international human rights and humanitarian organizations. She chaired the International Board of Trustees of Human Rights Watch from 2004 to 2010 and served as co-chair of the Women’s Refugee Commission. As founding board chair of Landmine Survivors Network/Survivor Corps\, she gave leadership to LSN for 12 years. \nExtensive travels with those and other humanitarian organizations took Jane to Nicaragua and El Salvador during the Contra Wars and to the former Soviet Union beginning with trips to Ukraine in 1989 and 1990\, a time of revolution. As the former USSR fell apart and wars broke out\, she participated in investigative trips to the former Yugoslavia including Bosnia\, and to the Caucasus countries of Azerbaijan and Armenia. \nHer missions to many countries in Africa\, the Middle East\, Asia\, and Latin America focused on human rights abuse and refugee conditions\, HIV/AIDS\, landmines\, and other calamities caused by conflict and extreme poverty. \nJane is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a board member of both the National World War II Museum in New Orleans and Direct Relief\, based in Santa Barbara\, CA. She is a board member of The Trusteeship\, the Southern California chapter of the International Women’s Forum\, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations\, and the Pacific Council on International Policy. \nJane grew up in rural western Iowa and graduated from the University of Nebraska. She lives with her husband\, attorney Ronald L. Olson\, in Pasadena\, California. They have three children and eight grandsons. \nIf you require an accessibility accommodation please our Events Manager Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org. \nThanks to event co-sponsor United Nations Association of Minnesota. Thanks to promotional sponsor the Minnesota International NGO Network!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/world-citizen-journeys-of-a-humanitarian/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis\, 410 Oak Grove St\, Minneapolis\, 55403
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SUMMARY:Tour the Minneapolis Institute of Art
DESCRIPTION:This event is AT CAPACITY. For any questions\, please contact our International Student Engagement Manager Anna DeWitt at adewitt@globalminnesota.org \nBack by popular demand! Join Global Minnesota for a tour of the Minneapolis Institute of Art! \nInternational students and friends are invited to join Global Minnesota for a one-hour\, customized guided tour of the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The tour will highlight unique international and local items from MIA’s incredible art collection. With more than 89\,000 pieces\, MIA’s collection represents every continent and over 5\,000 years of history. The tour will be led by two knowledgeable MIA guides\, including Global Minnesota member and retired career diplomat\, Margo Squire! \nWeather permitting\, after the tour the group will have the option to walk to “Eat Street” (10-15 minute walk). Eat Street is an area known for its diverse selection of restaurants. Continue your exploration of local and international cultures with delicious food options including Mediterranean\, Vietnamese\, Mexican\, and everything in between. The event is free\, but registration is required. The event will take place at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and the tour group will meet in the lobby starting at 12:45 PM. \n  \nAgenda:   \nMeet in the MIA building lobby – 12:45 – 1:00 \nMIA tour – 1:00 – 2:00 \nRegroup – 2:00 – 2:15 \nWalk to Eat Street – 2:15 \n  \nTransportation: \nThe Minneapolis Institute of Art is easily accessible by bus and car. Please reference the map and address at the bottom of the page. \nIf you have any questions about this event or require an accessibility accommodation\, please contact our International Student Engagement Manager Anna DeWitt at adewitt@globalminnesota.
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LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Ave. S.\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
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SUMMARY:Podcast Episode: Connecting Minnesotan & Ukrainian Students
DESCRIPTION:Global Minnesota recently launched a new virtual youth diplomacy program to connect Ukrainian and American high school students. In this program\, students from Kyiv and Lviv\, Ukraine are connecting with Edina High School students through online meetings and via social media platforms. \nOn the latest episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast\, hear from Edina High School teacher Lindsey Smaka and Andrii Ushytskyi from America House\, Kyiv on how these young people have deepened their knowledge\, empathy and understanding of one another during this difficult time in Ukraine. \nGlobal Minnesota will host a public event featuring the former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch on June 14. Hear a wide-ranging discussion with Ambassador Yovanovitch at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs starting at 6:00 PM. She will discuss her time in Ukraine\, her diplomatic career\, and will sign copies of her new memoir “Lessons from the Edge.” Sign up here. \n  \nListen below\, or subscribe to our podcast on all major podcast apps.\n \nHear untold stories of international connections with new monthly episodes by subscribing to The Global Minnesota Podcast. Now available on all podcast streaming apps! \nLinks\nPublic Event with Ambassador of Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch \nGlobal Minnesota K-12 Education Program \nYulia Tymoshenko \nAmerica House Kyiv \nAmerica House Lviv \nEdina Global Scholars \nThis interview was recorded on May 4\, 2023\, and will be available for viewing on our Calendar of Events for several weeks. All interviews are archived on our podcast feed and in our Past Events calendar. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/podcast-episode-connecting-minnesotan-ukrainian-students/
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