Global Networking: Navigating Business Relationships in China

This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. ASL interpretation will be provided during the main presentation.  The United States and China represent the two largest economies in the world. Despite recent trade tensions and a cooling...

Global Journalism Spotlight: Covering Today’s Stories

This event is being held in-person and virtually and is open to everyone. How are journalists fighting institutional disinformation around the world? What tools are available to those threatened by censorship in places like Pakistan and Turkey? Hear these stories...

Global Journalism Spotlight with World Press Institute Fellows

How are journalists fighting institutional disinformation around the world? What tools are available to those threatened by censorship in places like Pakistan and Turkey? Hear these stories and more from this year’s World Press Institute International Fellows! This recording is...

Podcast Episode: Decarbonizing Minnesota with Business Finland

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. This episode features Marika Ollaranta...

Podcast: Decarbonizing Minnesota with Business Finland

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. This episode features Marika Ollaranta...

Partnerships to End Human Trafficking

Hear from local and international professionals as they discuss their work to end human trafficking. Featuring an alumna of the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program, the panel addresses how trafficking is fought across sectors, highlights best practices...

Rebuilding Ukraine: A Future of Resilience and Renewal

In-Person registration is now full! Registration is still accepted for virtual participation. This event is being held in-person and virtually and is open to everyone. As Ukraine approaches the two-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion, increasing attention is turning towards long-term...

Attend & Support 2020 Gala

Be a vital part of our efforts to make Minnesota a global place to live, work, and learn by supporting and attending the Italia 2020 Gala. All contributions help fund ongoing educational and cultural programs throughout the state. Sponsorships and...

2019 Ambassador Awards Luncheon

Online registration is closed. If you have questions about space availability, please call us at 612.625.1662. You are cordially invited to our annual Ambassador Awards luncheon. Please join us as we honor this year’s recipients: Bill George and Warren Staley...

2023 Great Decisions Returning Speaker Form

Thank you for accepting our invitation to join Global Minnesota's Great Decisions speaker bureau for the 2023! Participating speakers will be listed in our directory by topic, as selected for 2023 by the Great Decisions program. Great Decisions is the...

WorldQuest International Trivia Competition

Registration is now closed. Be part of our annual battle of international wits, WorldQuest international trivia competition. Pull together a team of eight and brush up on your knowledge of flags, capitals, geography, people in the news, current events, 2016 Great...

March Euro-Cocktail

This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  Join Global Minnesota and the chambers of commerce of Finland, France, Germany, Latvia, Norway, and Sweden for the first Euro-Cocktail of 2023 at Mall of America! Enjoy an evening...

Media Release

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A Commitment to You and to Advancing International Understanding

During these challenging times of physical distancing, Global Minnesota is committed to keeping you informed, connected, and engaged with the world. We’re thinking about you, your families, and the important connections you may hold to others across the globe. We also...

Summit Event Details

Peacebuilding Approaches to Countering Extremism Diplomacy Begins Here: Global Ties U.S. Regional Summit Thursday, August 18 Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities 301 19th Ave. S, Minneapolis Register Now Cost Includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch,...

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows Welcome Reception

This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. On behalf of the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, we are delighted to extend this special invitation to you! We cordially invite you to join us as we...

Edina Great Decisions: NATO’s Future

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has come under increased attention, not because NATO troops are involved in the conflict, but because of its role in relations between Russia and its neighbors....

Cosponsored Events

Nordic Business Networking October 1; 5:00 PM CDT, In-Person Presented by: Finnish American Chamber of Commerce Cost: Free Learn more Esperienza Virtuale - Virtual Italian Tours and Experiences Ongoing, Various dates and times. Live and interactive Zoom sessions Presented by:...