Visit the following links for events celebrating Black History Month:
Black History | Saint Paul Public Library
Celebrate Black History Month in Minneapolis | Meet Minneapolis | Meet Minneapolis
Black History Month Events at the University of Minnesota | Office for Equity and Diversity
In Facility Transition Fairs
Duluth Minnesota Transition Coalition
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 1:00pm
Location: Virtual - Click HERE
Agenda:
Emily Edison - Soar and True North merger
Richard Howell - Vita Nova sober living in Duluth
RAD (Recovery Alliance Duluth)
When it's time, join at the link below:
Join the meeting now
Southeast Minnesota Transition Coalition
Date: Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Location: Virtual - Click HERE
Agenda:
Allison Kier – MDVA
Noah Harlan - FindHelp
When it's time, join at the link below:
Join the meeting now
Decorative flyer titled “Community Care Session.” It lists the location (All Nations Indian Church, 1515 E 23rd St., Minneapolis), time (Tuesdays 5–7pm), activities like bodywork, tea, crafts, prayer, and snacks, and says it is free and open to all.
Flyer for MIWSAC Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training. Free virtual training via Zoom, March 3–26, 2026, held Tuesdays and Thursdays. Open to those interested in supporting Indigenous survivors. ASL provided. Contact emails and website listed.
Flyer for a ReelCovery free ice fishing event on Saturday, February 21 from 1–4 p.m. at Parkers Lake in Plymouth, MN. Event is for individuals in recovery and their families. No fishing license required. Fishing gear and bait provided. Registration QR code and sponsor logos included.
Flyer for a Recovery Advocacy Workshop on February 27, 2026, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at Wilder Center in Saint Paul. Registration fee is $20. Hosted by MARCO. Includes keynote speaker Pamela Lanhart and sessions on recovery policy, advocacy, and community support. Registration link and QR code included.
Registration is open for the 12th annual Understanding and Responding to Mass Incarceration (URMI) Conference: End Slavery in Minnesota Prisons. Friday, April 10 at Metro State University’s St. Paul campus.
Join us for a day of truth, testimony, and transformation. Hear the voices of incarcerated workers and families, engage with expert panels, and participate in breakout sessions. Public awareness; legislative action; voter power!
This year, nonprofits are navigating a shifting federal legal landscape marked by increased scrutiny, evolving compliance requirements, and executive actions that impact funding, operations, and advocacy work. Recent federal priorities — such as heightened enforcement of fraud prevention, changes to tax-exempt regulations, and restrictions on certain forms of political engagement—pose challenges to organizations, particularly those whose missions intersect with contested policy areas. Additionally, nonprofits receiving federal funds face greater oversight, requiring stronger internal controls and transparent reporting practices.
To respond to the emergent legal needs of Minnesota nonprofits and reduce the high-cost barrier of legal support, MCN and LegalCORPS are partnering to launch a free Nonprofit Legal Services Initiative, featuring the following resources:
Minnesota Nonprofit Legal Services Initiative - Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Flyer for Justice for All Day on the Hill on April 15, 2026, in St. Paul. Event includes breakfast and training, a rally at the Capitol Rotunda, and meetings with legislators. Hosted by the Justice for All Coalition. No advocacy experience required. Registration link and QR code included.
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Employment is one of the strongest indicators of success after incarceration, yet many states struggle to track reentry employment data in a way that can inform policy, funding, and program improvements.
Join this webinar hosted by The Council of State Governments Justice Center to take a close look at one state’s innovative cross-systems approach to go beyond recidivism and focus on factors that reduce recidivism—and learn how your state can apply it. Specifically, you will learn:
· How North Carolina tracks employment after incarceration across systems
· Key challenges—and solutions—for integrating and linking data across agencies
· What employment data reveals about reentry and how to apply those insights
This event is open to anyone and intended for people working in corrections, reentry, workforce development, education, research/evaluation, and state or local government. It's a follow-up to "Beyond Recidivism: A New Era of Measuring Reentry Success," which broke down 5 measures (and dozens of metrics) every state should track.
Register Now
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MCA EVENTS
Monthly Workshop – EMPLOY
February 11 | 9:00 a.m. – Noon | Via Zoom
Sponsor Spotlight: MINNCOR
Registration closes today at 5 p.m.
Certificates of Attendance available
Click here to register
Sponsor Spotlight – MINNCOR
MINNCOR Industries (Minnesota DOC) delivers high-quality products and services while transforming lives for a safer Minnesota.
Workshop – EMPLOY
The EMPLOY Program (est. 2006) provides voluntary work readiness and job search preparation for incarcerated individuals in all 10 MN Correctional Facilities.
Eligibility:
• 4+ months served
• 24 months or less to release
• Within last 5 years:
– 6 months positive MINNCOR/Food Service work or
– 4 months Career Technical Certification participation/completion
• Lifers eligible as mandatory minimum approaches
Upcoming Events:
March 11 – Monthly Workshop
March 24 – MCA/MACPO Corrections Capitol Day
April 22 – MCA/MACPO Juvenile Training
TRANSFORMING CARE: A Mental Health and Neurodiversity Conference
Thursday, April 9, 2026
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (CT)
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN
Flyer for a free community event about the fentanyl crisis on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Columbia Heights Library. Event includes speakers, recovery stories, resource partners, and free pizza. Focus is on fentanyl awareness, prevention, and support services.
Flyer for the 3rd Annual Fair Chance Reentry Job Fair on Tuesday, March 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Goodwill-Easter Seals MN in St. Paul. Event connects justice-impacted individuals with 25+ fair chance employers. Registration link and Metro Transit free ride pass information included.
St. Cloud Area Fair Chance Job Fair, March 17, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at the St. Cloud Armory. Event connects employers with justice-impacted job seekers. Registration link and MN Department of Corrections Reentry Services and JobsHQ logos included.
Construction Training and Job Placement
Free training and job placement for qualified individuals
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) are offering highway construction cement mason training at NO COST to qualified individuals.
The training program is offered to prepare qualified candidates for employment in MnDOT-associated highway construction projects.
Training dates: April 13 – May 22, 2026
Program assistance may also include help with purchasing basic tools and work clothing, and cover specific expenses associated with finding and keeping a job.
Individuals interested in the program must complete and submit a preapplication. A downloadable and fillable preapplication and more information about the program can be found on this page on CareerForce.MN.gov or by contacting sylvia.garcia@state.mn.us
The deadline to submit a preapplication is Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
CareerForce can help you!
CareerForce can work with you to match your skills and interests to a job that's available right now or help connect you with short-term training opportunities that lead to in-demand jobs on promising career paths. Check out these popular resources on CareerForce.MN.gov:
Get personal assistance from staff at a CareerForce location near you
Flyer for LIUNA Career Fairs in Minnesota. Events held in Lino Lakes (March 24), Mankato (March 31), Rochester (April 2), Duluth (April 7), Bemidji (April 8), and St. Cloud (April 21), 2026. Career fairs focus on laborers’ trade and apprenticeship opportunities. QR codes provided for registration.
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✨ Openings Available – Get Help Today ✨
The Foundations MN Pride Program currently has openings in our Minneapolis Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program.
Group Availability:
Morning Groups (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM):
· 1 opening available starting February 4
Afternoon Groups (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM):
· Immediate availability
📞 Call 952-856-3300 to get started today.
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Flyer for Twin Cities Wellness Center & Recovery Gym. Lists contact info and services including housing support, fitness-based recovery, nutrition services, LGBTQIA+ group, justice-involved track, medical cannabis group, and body composition tracking. Includes a photo of a gym space.
Know Your Rights with ICE
On January 31, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued a memo stating that previously off-limits sensitive locations, like houses of worship and public demonstrations and marches, were no longer protected from immigration enforcement arrests. Many organizations are concerned by the announcement and are unsure what rights and responsibilities they may have if ICE arrives at these places. The Attorney General’s Office provides this FAQ for informational purposes so that Minnesota organizations—like hospitals, shelters, and houses of worship—can continue to provide safe and welcoming environments for everyone they serve. This Office previously issued guidance regarding ICE’s presence in schools. This FAQ is not legal advice and organizations should consult with their own attorney if they have specific legal questions about their rights and obligations.
FAQ
Rogers Behavioral Health in St. Paul now offers Mental Health and Addiction Recovery intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) care for adults! Program hours are as follows:
- IOP: Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 11:30 am
- PHP: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 3 pm
Flyer for a Minnesota workforce program helping BIPOC adults facing employment barriers with job training and placement. Lists eligibility, program goals, and contact information, with photos of people in different careers.
Scholarship flyer for high school seniors.
2026 MCA Scholarship open. Deadline March 15.
Apply online and email transcripts to mca-mn@hotmail.com.
Flyer for Speaking Queen Services LLC with a photo of a woman and a crown logo. Text says it provides faith-based services for schools, nonprofits, re-entry programs, and individuals. Contact: Min. Kanisha Lynette, 651-361-9753, sqs.inquiries@gmail.com.
Missions Inc. Programs open beds update (2/9/26). Provides sober housing, detox and withdrawal management, domestic violence shelter, and skilled nursing care. Lists locations, phone numbers, waitlists, and current bed availability. General inquiries: 763-559-1883.
Spanish Language Program Openings
Bloomington
• Men’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) with Lodging
• Afternoon Co-Ed Intensive Outpatient (In Person)
Northfield
• 30–60 Day Residential Program
Telehealth
• Morning Co-Ed Intensive Outpatient
Phone: (612) 584-4860
Fax: (612) 444-3292
Flyer for No Luck Club Sober Living offering sober housing and reintegration support for men. Shows two homes, Jesse’s Place and Maryland House, with contact information at the bottom.
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updated February 11
Women's Residential Treatment - St. Louis Park *same-day admission available* ASAM 3.5 & 3.1
- Substance Use & Co-occurring Mental Health Treatment, & Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- Staff dedicated to assist with CPS involvement & family preservation
- Specialized care for pregnant women & women with children
- Primary care onsite
- Transportation available within 1 hour from facility
Family Residential Treatment - Minneapolis *same-day admission available for mothers with 1 child* ASAM 3.5 & 3.1
- Substance Use & Co-occurring Mental Health Treatment, & Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- Women can enroll with their children (up to 3 children, age 11 and under)
- Specialized care for pregnant women & women with children
- Staff dedicated to assist with CPS involvement & family preservation
- Childcare available, thanks to our partners
- Transportation available within 1 hour from facility
Women's IOP & Outpatient - St. Paul *same-day admission available* ASAM 2.1 & 1.0
- Substance Use & Co-occurring Mental Health Treatment, & Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- 18 hours of programming each week (Monday-Wednesday, 8 am - 2 pm)
- Includes weekly individual counseling session
- Childcare available, thanks to our partners
- Transportation available within metro area
Women's IOP & Outpatient - Virtual *same-day admission available* ASAM 2.1 & 1.0
- Substance Use & Co-occurring Mental Health Treatment, & Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
- Sessions meet virtually via Zoom
- Monday - Thursday 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Friday 10:30am - 11:30am & 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Survey seeks staff feedback on tobacco/nicotine and cannabis use in mental health services
Staff who provide or supervise mental health (MH) services across Minnesota are invited to participate in a brief survey designed to identify the strengths and barriers to addressing tobacco/nicotine and cannabis use. This survey will be available until Feb. 27, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Purpose: The survey seeks to understand MH staff attitudes, prior training, existing services and organizational policies related to tobacco/nicotine and cannabis use disorders. Your input is important and will help inform future Department of Human Services (DHS) policies and training opportunities.
Who Should Participate: Staff who provide or supervise mental health services within Minnesota and their managers or program administrators.
Estimated Time: The survey will take up to 10 minutes to complete. You may skip questions or pause and resume the survey later.
Confidentiality: Your responses will be kept confidential. We will not collect any personal identifying information. Survey data will be used to inform policies and programs through DHS’ Behavioral Health Administration, Minnesota Department of Health and American Lung Association’s Lung Mind Alliance of Minnesota. Summarized non-identifiable data may be published by these agencies.
Survey Link: Staff Survey on Commercial Tobacco/Nicotine and Cannabis Use in Mental Health Service Settings
For any questions about this survey, please contact DHS’ Nicotine and Cannabis Policy Lead at nicotinepolicy.dhs@state.mn.us.
Join the next Monthly Substance Use Disorder Community of Practice Meeting
The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Unit invites you to the monthly SUD Community of Practice.
Join us on Feb. 18, 2026, to hear from the Office of Addiction and Recovery (OAR). They will present on the recently published “Interagency State Substance Use Plan Report.” This is an opportunity to ask questions, engage with participants and provide feedback.
We welcome and encourage new participants to join the conversation:
- Individuals with lived SUD experience and family members
- SUD/MH providers and recovery community organizations
- Researchers and academic partners
- County and tribal partners
- Managed care organizations
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Why it matters: The CoP is a venue to build relationships, share what’s working, troubleshoot challenges and elevate community voices to inform SUD practice and policy across Minnesota.
Meeting Details
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RSVP to the February SUD CoP
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Date: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026
Time: 12 - 1:30 p.m. (CT)
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Learn more Visit the Substance Use Disorder Community of Practice webpage for background, updates and resources.
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Sage Prairie offers:
- Intensive outpatient with medical onsite
- Evening outpatient
- Comprehensive assessments
- Peer Support
- Holistic approach with each individual we treat
Call today, immediate availability 1-877-915-7243, Fax: 612-437-4913.
**We are in-network with all major medical insurance, medical assistance, and county funding**
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