Our communities are grappling with deep grief and anger following the killing of constitutional observer Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. This act of violence has intensified fear across Minnesota, particularly within immigrant communities who already live under constant threat of surveillance, detention, and family separation. We are heartbroken, we are […]
VISTA Member Facilitates Training Program in the Phillips West Neighborhood
Hannah is in their second year of service with the Phillips West Neighborhood Organization (PWNO) and recently completed a major milestone in their service by successfully hosting PWNO’s first Renter’s Rights Training Program. Twelve participants volunteered their June Tuesday evenings to learning about rights and collaborating on strategies to empower their neighbors. The training […]
Central Minneapolis Renters Gathering with Problems, Leaving with Solutions
Isa is serving with the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO). Each month, they host an event called Tenant Get Together in which renters from the Central, Bancroft, Powderhorn, and Bryant neighborhoods can share a meal and connect with other tenants. Each gathering features a tenant-specific discussion, and previous meetings have included: Minnesota tenant/landlord law, […]
VISTA Member to Present Tenant Oral History Capstone Project
VISTA cohort member Lucid is currently serving at Saint Anthony Park Community Council. In addition to his VISTA service, Lucid is also preparing to graduate with a master’s degree from Metro State University’s Advocacy and Political Leadership (MAPL) program. Marking his upcoming graduation, Lucid recently completed his capstone project: an oral history of tenants in […]
VISTA Member Harnesses Skill, Passion to Lead Creation of Duluth Tenants Union Zine
Shi is serving with TakeAction Minnesota Education Fund as a tenant organizer with the Duluth Tenants Union. Since the union’s launch in October 2024, they’ve seen an increase in membership and have been able to help multiple Duluth residents get repairs. Last month, to better connect with Duluth tenants the union released The Pack Post, […]
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