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Building Civic Power in Immigrant Communities

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Citizen Academy builds civic knowledge and leadership within immigrant communities—turning education into participation and participation into lasting impact.

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“Before Citizen Academy, civic engagement felt confusing and distant. The trainings broke everything down in a way I could actually understand—especially because it was offered in Somali. I left knowing how local government works and how my voice matters.”

Amina H.

Minneapolis, MN

“What stood out to me most was the language access. Learning about civic rights and participation in Somali changed everything. Citizen Academy didn’t just teach theory—they showed us how to show up, speak up, and engage confidently.”

Abidrahman M.

St. Paul, MN

“I had always wanted to be involved in my community but didn’t know where to start. Citizen Academy gave me clear, practical training in a language I’m comfortable with. It made civic participation feel possible, not intimidating.”

Hodan A.

Bloomngton, MN

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“The training helped me understand how decisions are made locally and how immigrants can participate legally and safely. Having the sessions in Somali made a huge difference it felt like the program was truly built for our community.”

Mohamed A.

Burnsville, MN

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