From Crisis to Coalition: Lessons from the Front Lines
About this Event
Join us for the AANHPI Unity Summit
With the recent ICE incursion, Minneapolis has become a national focal point in the fight to defend civil rights and immigrant communities. The Unity Summit offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from Minnesotans who have been on the front lines—organizing, resisting, and protecting their neighbors during this critical moment.
Participants will gain practical knowledge and tools to defend their communities and build powerful coalitions capable of driving political, social, and economic change as we approach the midterm elections.
On Saturday, June 27, we will visit Southeast Asian, Somali, and Latino communities that are directly impacted by the ICE incursion. Community leaders and residents will share how they organized rapid-response networks, supported vulnerable families, and stood together during this challenging time.
On Sunday, June 28, we will convene at the University of Minnesota for a day of panels and presentations focused on coalition-building, civic engagement, and the power of narrative in shaping public policy and public opinion.
Who Should Attend
The AAUC Unity Summit is designed for community leaders, organizers, advocates, students, faith leaders, and anyone committed to defending civil rights and strengthening immigrant communities.
Day 1, Saturday, June 27
Welcome ceremony, board buses to visit community leaders and residents:
- 10 AM: Southeast Asian community visit at Hmongtown Marketplace
- 1 PM: Somali community vist at Karmel Mall
- 3 PM: Latino community at DHH Church
- 6 PM Dinner Reception, $25 extra
Day 2, Sunday, June 28
McNamara Alumni Center, University of Minnesota, 200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis:
- Session 1: Community Visits Debriefing
- Session 2: Q&A with Kaohly Her, Mayor of St. Paul, MN (invited)
- Session 3: From Crisis to Coalition: Lessons from the Front Lines, Panel Discussion
- Session 4: The Minnesota Model, a Blueprint for Cross-Sector Coalition Building
- Session 5: Rapid Response Lab Simulation
- Closing
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 65.00 to USD 175.00
