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.

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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.