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Upcoming OEOA Convenings
OEOA convenings are welcome and encouraged for everyone, and especially designed to increase civic engagement for politically disenfranchised communities.
- Don't forget to register for our upcoming Mind, Body, and Soul Convening on April 22nd. Which will feature information from the Department of Employment and Economic Development. Register here.
- We held our most recent 1MN History Makers Series was on March 27th, from 5:30-8PM at The Coven St. Paul, and discussed fewer known contributions of Women to state we know and love.
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Projects and Priorities
- Planning for the launch of Clinics at the Capitol this Summer.
- Identifying partners for the Regional Listening Tour.
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On March 18th, we held our most recent Mind, Body, and Soul Convening: It all adds up: Community helping shape the Cumulative Impacts and Air Toxics Rulemaking process which gave an insightful look into the rulemaking process from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Some key insights from attendees were:
- Many neighborhoods lack green spaces, and more should be done to support them.
- People should learn more about the rulemaking process for environmental regulation and should share that information with their community.
- Young people need to get involved more with the MPCA and the rulemaking process.
You can find out more about the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on their website and you can sign up for their newsletter here.
Favorite Mission Moments
- Meeting with members of the mentorship program at Gustavus Adolphus College to discuss the importance of mentorship and DEI programs.
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Attending Celebrating Sistas to honor the incredible impact Black women in Minnesota are making in our state, country, and globally.
- Appearing on The Twin Cities Radio Network to share about upcoming OEOA convenings.
- Providing welcome message for Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage Youth Day on the Hill.
- Attending the Let Kids Play gathering at the capitol to support allowing trans youth to play in sports.
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CEO's Corner
A quarter into 2025, and we find ourselves navigating more questions than answers. During these past 3 months, I have the privilege of bearing witness to the abundance of love for community in our state, and the brilliance and innovation that persists despite challenges and uncertainty. This season reminds us it is crucial to stand together on shared values, leverage resources to serve neighbors to the best of our ability, and lean into opportunities to adapt and adjust.
Transformative relationships with community and government are necessary to ensure everyone thrives, I look forward to the opportunity to amplify and bolster statewide efforts to make space for community voice and influence systems change.
Minnesota Voices
We would like to hear from you about what issues your community is facing and what resources matter the most to you. You can fill it out here.
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Reviving Roots is looking for applicants for their Clinical Internship Program which begins in August. They are looking for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist track clinical interns who are passionate about Black mental health, healing, and community care. The internship has a monthly stipend, supportive training environment, and provides a Sabbath rest. They strongly encourage Black students to apply. You can find out more here.
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 Honors and Celebrations
Minnesota is home to a variety of cultures and events that are honored and celebrated through proclamations. Visit the Governor's Office website for the latest!
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 Did you know... ?
You can invite the Chief Equity Officer join your meeting, attend an event, or speak as part of your program. Simply complete the appearance request form.
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 Growth Opportunities
Be part of a team working
to make a difference and
move Minnesota forward.
Visit mn.gov/careers to
explore open positions and growth opportunities.
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The Office of Equity, Opportunity, and Accessibility (OEOA) in the Office of Governor Tim Walz
and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is dedicated to effectively translating community priorities into systems-change by making recommendations to state leaders on budget, policy, and
executive actions targeted at eliminating disparities through improved policies, programs,
and service deliveries in state government.
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