The Sowing Room
JEDI Workbench
THINGS TO READ, THINGS TO WATCH, LOCAL EVENTS AND VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES
How I Fought to Save Myself, My Sister, and Thousands of Girls Worldwide- An inspiring story written by a human rights activist who transformed cultural norms from within. Nice’s journey from “heartbroken child and community outcast, to leader of the Maasai” is an inspiration and a reminder that one person can change the world–and every girl is worth saving.
Join University of Minnesota Extension staff as they explore the interdependent relationship between rural and urban spaces and why this complex and necessary relationship matters.
Great River Arts August 13th
Beginning with a catered meal, this gathering will invite audience members to share what makes their town great, what they think people get wrong about it, what local divisions concern them, and what future they imagine. An improv comedy troupe will listen in on the conversations, taking everything they heard from residents and bringing it to life on stage through entirely unscripted improv comedy theater.
ORGANIZATIONAL UPDATES
Here are a few exciting updates at The Sowing Room:
Big thanks to Sourcewell for approving financial support to bring a variety of engagement opportunities for nonprofits and local units of government looking to increase their intercultural agility to work more effectively across a variety of cultural identities.
The Sowing Room was invited to meet with the US Census Bureau Director Santos and staff to share the barriers and opportunities in rural communities with regards to accurate data, and improving outreach and engagement to even our smallest rural places. We were joined by members of the State Demographers Office, University of MN Extension, MN Compass, the Blandin Foundation and so many more key supporters of rural places.
Executive Director Dawn Espe visited the YES House in Granite Falls, spending time with staff member Luwaina and learning about the amazing artist-led work happening in their community.
“More Peace, Less Force” workshop in partnership with the Nonviolent Peaceforce held at Whipple Beach in Baxter. Skills were learned and new friendships were cultivated. “Who’s At Your Table?” events will be held in October and November. Watch here for more information!!
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