Episode Details

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  Thursday, January 11, 2024 Achieving the Dream Conference
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    Half-day conference for equity practitioners. 
  • Dr. Yohuru Williams will serve as the keynote speaker
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  Friday, January 12, 2024 Youth Empowerment Summit
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    A day filled with interactive and youth-led activities, centering interests, talents, and contributions of young leaders and the future of Minnesota.
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  Saturday, January 13, 2024 Gathering for Service (several locations across the state)
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    We’re asking that community come together to advance the dream
  • Opportunity to be proactive, volunteer at a number of non profit organization across the state
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  State of Minnesota Career Fair, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the National Guard Armory in St. Paul:
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    Abundance of great jobs with the State of Minnesota
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    Classes on resume tips and career management will also be offered. 
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  Sunday, January 14, 2024 Connections for Hope (several locations across the state)
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    Minnesotans will have the opportunity to attend community-led gatherings focused on making connections across difference and hope. 
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    Multicultural and multifaith
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  Monday, January 15, 2024
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    Flagship event!
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    Performances from the amazingly talented Robbinsdale Area Schools FAIR School - Crystal Student Choir and Dance Team. The legendary Billy Steele and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church 
  • The event will conclude with a fireside chat with Caroline A. Wanga (CEO of Essence) and special guest Houston White Jr.  It’s accessible cart and ASL services are available.
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Who should attend these events?

• There’s something for everyone. Everything is family friendly and of course free. 
• MLK weekend is sort of like the great Minnesota family reunion, come out and reconnect with community.
• If you’re new, it's also a great chance to make connections.
• This is the must attend event of the year.

What’s the best source of information?

• Our website: https://mn.gov/oeoa/
• Our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/mnmlkholiday/