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.