International Institute of Minnesota
Emily Linder is an experienced immigration services professional with a Master's degree in Refugee and Forced Migration Studies from DePaul University and a Bachelor's degree from Luther College in Anthropology, Environmental Studies, Museum Studies, and Nordic Studies. Currently serving as an Immigration Services Legal Assistant at the International Institute of Minnesota since June 2022, Emily has previously worked as an Immigration Paralegal at Ana M. Mencini & Associates, P.C. and gained valuable insights as an intern with Refugee Education & Adventure Challenge (REACH). Additional experience includes serving as a Resettlement and Immigration Associate with the Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee Services, and various roles in cultural and community organizations, such as Luther College's Anthropology Lab and Norway House.
International Institute of Minnesota
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The International Institute of Minnesota delivers services and resources to assist New Americans in the transition to a new life leading to economic self-sufficiency. Working together, New Americans, volunteers, and staff create not only a new home, but also a new future for those who have been displaced. From language learning and job training to citizenship classes and the celebration of cultural traditions, the Institute offers New Americans a pathway for a strong start to a new life in our community – something we all benefit from. Organizational Mission: Helping New Americans achieve self-sufficiency and full membership in American life. The Institute supports this mission by providing linguistically and culturally accessible services that enable every New American to work toward achieving full community participation and self-sufficiency.