Global Entrepreneurship Week Minnesota

CloseKnit is an organization based in Minneapolis, MN, dedicated to catalyzing systemic change to combat youth homelessness while addressing the underlying issues of racism. They focus on honoring and investing in existing chosen family arrangements that can effectively prevent youth homelessness, particularly for those from underestimated and under-resourced communities. Their mission is supported by ongoing research and community initiatives, as well as collaboration with other organizations that provide direct services. Through advocacy and a commitment to relationship building, CloseKnit envisions a future where all youth facing homelessness are recognized and valued within a supportive network. Generated from the website

Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE) is dedicated to amplifying the voices and power of Muslim women through storytelling, civic engagement, and leadership development. Founded in 2015 in Minneapolis, RISE provides a supportive space for women to share their experiences and engage in social impact work within their communities. With a mission rooted in resilience, representation, and self-determination, RISE fosters connections among Muslim women, encouraging them to become trailblazers in their communities. The organization offers various programs, including community trainings and events, to empower women and promote their contributions to society. Generated from the website

SEAD Project is a Minneapolis-based organization that utilizes arts and storytelling to foster a diaspora movement among Hmong, Khmer, Lao, and Vietnamese communities. Through their programs—SEA Heritage Languages, SEA Roots, and the SEA Change Lab—they advocate for authentic representation and promote sustainable change. Committed to enriching and empowering the Southeast Asian diaspora, SEAD Project emphasizes the importance of narrative storytelling and creative expression in raising visibility and supporting community advocacy. Their initiatives include celebrating Southeast Asian fashion at events like the Raise Our Roots gala, furthering their mission to foster cultural connections and imagination. Generated from the website