The fields of peacebuilding and humanitarian fields are rapidly shifting career pathways. Peacebuilding and Humanitarianism at a Crossroads is a full-day virtual seminar designed to help students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals navigate what comes next.

Learn more: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/gpj36dr

Since the 1979 Revolution, Iran has remained one of the most complex and consequential foreign policy challenges facing the United States. Military strikes by the U.S. and Israel have brought renewed urgency to understanding Iran’s strategic posture as the conflict continues to impact regional security, global commerce, and international alliances.

Join Global Minnesota for a conversation with Dr. Vali Nasr, a leading authority on Iran and the Middle East. Drawing on lessons from his new book Iran’s Grand Strategy: A Political History, Dr. Nasr will explore the political evolution of the Islamic Republic and examine how its internal dynamics, regional ambitions, and strategic calculations may shape the course of current conflicts and security around the world. Dr. Nasr will be joined in conversation with Arshad Mohammed, Senior Fellow at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.

Register here: https://globalminnesota.org/event/iran-at-a-crossroads-with-dr-vali-nasr/

Join Give Us Wings on Thursday, April 16, for a glamorous Old Hollywood–style evening at the historic Hollywood Theater in NE Minneapolis. Enjoy an inspiring night as they celebrate and toast the impact of Give Us Wings and support their partners in Uganda.

Learn more: https://www.giveuswings.org/events/celebration

Complex humanitarian emergencies – where conflict, political instability and crises such as human suffering, climate shocks and widespread poverty are layered together – are among the most underfunded crises in the world by the philanthropic sector.  State of Disaster Philanthropy 2025 research revealed that after a record-breaking 2022 fueled by the Ukraine humanitarian crisis, philanthropic giving for complex humanitarian emergencies declined to 10.1% of total disaster funding in 2023. 

Funders care deeply about human suffering, but what drives them to act in response to complex crisis settings and what holds them back is not well understood.   

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) and Accountable Now carried out research that explored what motivates philanthropic giving in these contexts, what gets in the way and how to overcome those barriers.  

Learn More:https://disasterphilanthropy.org/events/supporting-communities-in-crisis-evidence-on-funder-motivations-barriers-and-opportunities/

Join this evening webinar exploring recent political events and democratic resilience, including the role of civic mobilization following actions by former president Yoon Suk Yeol. Webinar begins at 6:00 PM. Presented by the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies with the History Department and the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Education at St. Cloud State University.

Register: https://umn.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0gFc9m4HSzmOLr9ap8xUrg#/registration/

This event is being held in-person and virtually and is open to everyone.

With traditional alliances shifting around the world, some nations may reconsider their nuclear options as a means of ensuring their security. What are the implications for nuclear proliferation around the world?

To explore this pressing issue, join Global Minnesota at the annual Great Decisions Conference on April 14. Featuring a top level keynote, expert presentations and in-depth discussions, this half-day event will bring together Minnesota’s global community to discuss “Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation.”

Former U.S. Under Secretary of State for Arms Control Rose Gottemoeller, chief U.S. negotiator of the New START arms control treaty, will deliver the keynote address. She brings a depth of experience and leadership from positions including, Deputy Secretary General of NATO, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, and Assistant Secretary of State for Arms Control, Verification, and Compliance. Gottemoeller currently serves as the William J. Perry Lecturer at Stanford University. Read her full bio here.

register here: https://globalminnesota.org/event/great-decisions-conference-ruptured-alliances-nuclear-proliferation/

Join MINN for a fun afternoon at IFest!

Meet at 12:00 PM outside Saint Paul RiverCentre to explore IFest together. This event was formerly called the Festival of Nations.  This casual meetup is a chance to experience over 70 cultures through food, music, and art while connecting with fellow MINN members.

Email program@minnesotangos.org for meetup details!

A one-day Vision Trip serves as an educational and experiential experience rather than a traditional service-focused trip. Participants learn about refugees and gain hands-on experience interacting with refugee and immigrant neighbors.

Learn more:https://signupforms.com/registrations/45110

MN Cup is a startup competition and hub to direct mentorship, education, and seed capital to the best new ventures in Minnesota. Our process leverages volunteer judges with industry and functional expertise in each of our nine divisions. Ten companies in each division will be selected by these judges to move forward into the semifinalist round, which will take place between May 18th and August 7th. Two subsequent rounds will further narrow the participants, ending at our Grand Finale on Monday, September 14th. Over $400,000 in prize money will be given away to competitors, with no equity taken or strings attached.

Learn more:https://apply.younoodle.com/showcase/competition/mn_cup_2026

Join Steve Boland, director of Next in Nonprofits, to learn about starting your work in individual donor support. The session will cover:

• Initial list building – who are you going to ask for support?

• Moving people up the engagement ladder from curious to supporter to donor

• Using peer-support to grow your donor base

• Creating a process for donor stewardship, including automation and online tools as appropriate

• Building a calendar of campaigns for the year (wait – what’s a campaign?)

Participants will leave the session with an overview of options to build regular, unrestricted giving for your mission work.

Learn more: https://minnesotanonprofits.org/event/introduction-to-individual-donor-development-march-2026

Navigating Your Next Opportunity: Executive Office Hours with Bridge Partners

Are you a leader in the social impact sector looking to explore your next career move with an executive search firm? We understand that the executive search process can sometimes feel opaque, so please join Bridge Partners for an exclusive Office Hours Webinar featuring our newest Partners, Amy Shea and Martens Roc, alongside our Co-Founder and Partner, Tory Clarke. In this session we’ll cover key strategies to help you navigate opportunities led by executive search firms with confidence, including:

-Positioning your professional experience for the right opportunities

-Optimizing your resume for search firms and hiring committees

-Preparing to showcase your skills, leadership, and impact in an interview

-What to expect from an executive search firm partner

Lear more:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/y1hrm_PdS2mLUNJeOw3HOg#/registration

MINN at Work is a peer-to-peer event where Minnesota-based international NGO practitioners share project insights and solutions.

MINN at Work is a peer-to-peer learning event held by MINN that is designed to provide international NGO practitioners with a forum to share specific program or project-related experiences, and engage in an open dialogue with other practitioners about possible solutions. It is a great way to gain valuable insights and have substantive discussions about your work and the work being done by other Minnesota-based international organizations.

Register now

Presenting Organization: Executive Director Nicole Johnson, OneVillage Partners will present on the topic of building and sustaining a successful international NGO with a long history of operating independently of government funding. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A.

Time: 5:30 - 8:00 PM (grab a bite and network from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, discussion upstairs in the Prince Lounge from 6:30 - 8:00 PM)

Parking: There is limited street parking, but there is a dedicated parking lot about a half block away behind the old Kmart construction. 

We recognize that the Eat Street Neighborhood holds painful memories for our community following the recent tragedy. We have chosen to move forward with hosting this event in this neighborhood to stand in solidarity with the immigrant-owned restaurants and small businesses that are such an important part of our community. We understand that some may feel uncomfortable attending, and we fully respect that decision. Please know that MINN will be hosting additional events in the coming months at other locations, and we hope you’ll join us at a future gathering that feels right for you.

About One Village Partners

One Village Partners puts community leadership at the center of everything it does, partnering directly with local villages to identify priorities and build long-term solutions rather than delivering one-size-fits-all aid. Its work is deeply relationship-based, flexible, and grounded in trust, allowing programs to adapt to local realities and evolve over time. Because of this commitment to independence and community-driven decision-making, One Village Partners does not receive government funding; avoiding those funds helps the organization remain agile, minimize bureaucracy, and stay accountable first and foremost to the communities.

The premier foreign policy event of the year is back!

Global Minnesota invites you to attend the U.S. Foreign Policy Update with Diplomat in Residence and career Foreign Service Officer Tom Hanson. This timely and highly anticipated event will explore key foreign policy developments, emerging global trends, and the challenges facing the United States in the year ahead.

The event will be held both in person and virtually

Register here

Join Global Minnesota for a New Year’s celebration and networking with the foreign affairs and development community in Minnesota! We will gather to celebrate and connect after a year of challenge and opportunity. We will also hear from local professionals who have done a career pivot this year. Whether you are a returning international affairs or development professional, a graduating student, or simply curious to learn about the wide variety of global career paths, this interactive networking event is perfect for planning your next steps.

Learn more and register here

This event is co-sponsored by MINN.

Join us! 

We’re coming together to celebrate those who’ve served the international sector through federal service, partnerships, and support. Come join us to raise a glass to the many friends and colleagues whose careers and livelihoods have been affected by recent shifts in federal funding.

Tuesday, December 2
5:00–8:00 PM 
Town Hall Brewery, Minneapolis
RSVP here!

Co-sponsored by Global Minnesota.

Join MINN and fellow global development leaders for a high-energy networking event and interactive panel exploring how international NGOs can overcome today’s toughest fundraising and partnership challenges.In an era of uncertainty, expanding needs, and fierce nonprofit competition, how do we mobilize fit-for- purpose funding—and friends—to fuel real impact?

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strategic-fundraising-out-of-the-box-into-action-tickets-1435112553279?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Explore how nonprofit boards can stay resilient and mission-focused in uncertain times.
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Prepare for an uncertain future with actionable scenario planning tools and frameworks.
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Learn how to build and manage operating reserves to strengthen your organization's financial resilience.
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Free webinar hosted by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Understand anti-discrimination laws and how recent legal developments affect nonprofit missions.
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Hosted by Global Minnesota
Explore Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine and cultural exchange through food.
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Hosted by Propel Nonprofits
A must-attend for staff and board members seeking to understand nonprofit financials.
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Free webinar hosted by the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Dive into the legal risks posed by cybersecurity and learn steps to protect private information, intellectual property, and sensitive data.

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Join the Minnesota Chapter of the Fulbright Association, Global Minnesota, and the American Swedish Institute for an evening with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, Ambassador of Luxembourg to the U.S., as she shares insights on Luxembourg’s history, current geopolitical priorities, and close partnership with Minnesota.

Learn more here: https://globalminnesota.org/event/fulbrightminnesota-a-conversation-with-the-ambassador-of-luxembourg/

Join us for the MINN Fellows Graduation and Community of Practice Launch

Saturday, June 8th
12:00–2:00 PM
North Mississippi Pavilion B

Come celebrate the accomplishments of our amazing MINN Fellows cohort and take part in launching our new Community of Practice.

We’ll learn from the reflections of this year’s fellows and explore how practitioners can continue supporting one another as we navigate global challenges together.

Save the date and RSVP here:
https://forms.gle/sYhBH3hnVdfN96vU7

Join Tal-Strat, APSIA, and the American University School of International Service Office of Career Development to explore diverse strategies that will help you future-proof your career in a rapidly changing job market.

Learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-proofing-your-public-service-path-strategy-for-a-shifting-landscape-tickets-1367248740789?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for an engaging and timely discussion on how organizations are adapting to an evolving landscape. In an era of rapid change, many nonprofits and aid organizations are facing significant shifts in funding, partnerships, and strategic direction. This event will bring together sector leaders to share insights, challenges, and innovative approaches to navigating uncertainty and ensuring long-term impact.

Pivot Resources & News

As funding landscapes shift, here are tools, reflections, and job boards to help individuals and organizations pivot strategically.

Articles & Insights

• How USAID Consultants Can Prepare to Pivot – LinkedIn article with practical next steps.

• Welcome to the Career Pivot (Substack) – Ongoing newsletter exploring career pivots in global development.

• USAID Funding Ends Here: How African NGOs Can Pivot – Strategies and reflections for African NGOs.

• Beyond USAID: New Approaches for Implementing Partners – Building resilience through alternative funding models.

• Lost Your USAID Funding? Here's What to Do Next – ICTWorks guide to practical action.

• How Government Agencies Can Find New Donors – Grant-seeking strategies post-foreign aid.

• USAID Cuts to Conservation – Yale360 article analyzing environmental impact.

• NPR: Humanitarian Aid Canceled – How communities are affected.

Career Transition & Personal Development

• Moving from Government to Other Sectors (LinkedIn Learning) – Practical guidance for global development professionals.

• ImpactCoach – Career coaching focused on mission-driven professionals.

• A Few Sunday Thoughts (Substack) – Reflections, jobs, and ideas for navigating the shift.

• Reimagine Aid – Community-led rethinking of aid models.

• ICVA Network – Resources for humanitarian organizations transitioning their funding and operations.
  

Job Boards & Opportunities

Explore career options across sectors and geographies:

• Devex

• Idealist

• Minnesota Council of Nonprofits

• Global Jobs

• NGO Job Board

• Red Cross Careers

• Work for Good

• ReliefWeb

• ImpactPool

• Humentum Jobs

• Global Charity Jobs

• Tech Jobs for Good

• NGO Job Board on LinkedIn

Join Global Minnesota for the return of the Great Decisions foreign policy conference, a free, in-person event open to all. This half-day conference will explore India’s growing influence on the global stage and its impact on international affairs and Minnesota. The event will feature expert-led discussions on key topics, including India’s global rise, the role of women in its labor movement, and nuclear proliferation. Dr. Satu Limaye, Vice President of the East-West Center in Washington, D.C., will deliver a keynote on India’s geopolitical significance.

Register here: https://globalminnesota.org/event/great-decisions-conference-indias-rising-influence/

Join Alight for a rare in-person briefing with Alight's Sudan Director Mohammed Idriss.  

It’s been two years since civil war broke out in Sudan. And Idriss has been leading Alight’s humanitarian team and response. With more than 1,000 staff, Alight's team provides human-worthy lifesaving services to more than 3 million people. Where the national health system has collapsed, Alight is now the largest provider of health care in the country of Sudan. 

Register here: https://give.wearealight.org/event/sudan-briefing-with-mohamed-idriss/e676119

This one-hour ses­sion will offer peo­ple in youth-serv­ing orga­ni­za­tions — espe­cial­ly those with pub­lic-fac­ing roles — data-dri­ven strate­gies to shift harm­ful nar­ra­tives, including:

• under­stand­ing pub­lic per­cep­tion about young people’s chal­lenges and potential;

• learn­ing asset-based frames and mes­sages about what helps youth thrive, includ­ing the oppor­tu­ni­ties, guid­ance and con­nec­tions to pos­i­tive adults that local youth-serv­ing orga­ni­za­tions pro­vide; and

• dis­cov­er­ing how to bol­ster pos­i­tive sto­ry­telling about young peo­ple to counter per­va­sive neg­a­tive narratives.

Register here!