State of Minnesota Office of Equity, Opportunity, and Accessibility

02/04/2026

The 40th anniversary of Minnesota’s Martin Luther King Jr. legacy marked a powerful and memorable milestone. Across a series of events, community members, leaders, artists, and partners came together to honor Dr. King’s enduring vision of justice, equity, and beloved community.

While the journey required thoughtful pivots along the way, each moment reflected resilience, creativity, and deep commitment. Despite challenges, every gathering was meaningful and impactful—culminating in a virtual rally that was both inspiring and affirming, and setting the stage for continued engagement through a postponed in-person event still to come.

These moments reminded us that the MLK legacy is not confined to a single day or format; it lives through our collective ability to adapt, lead with purpose, and stay rooted in community.

Below is the recorded livestream from the anniversary programming. We invite you to watch, reflect, and share widely with those who were unable to join us live. This legacy deserves to be revisited—again and again.

Thank you to all of our amazing MLK Jr. Holiday Council members, pponsors, partnerships, community allies, and families!

Watch MLK Day 2026:

• English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1eJTDghyC8
• Spanish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOsBOv0HDDI
• Hmong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJlSq0Isn9k
• Somali: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFZW6yllviM

• English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1eJTDghyC8

Minnesota’s 40th Anniversary MLK, Jr. Holiday Celebration, broadcast live from the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in St. Paul.Learn more at TPT.org/ML...

01/18/2026

✨ Today We Gather — Virtually — in the Spirit of Dr. King ✨
With deep gratitude for our community’s resilience and unwavering commitment to justice, we thank you for showing up with flexibility, grace, and unity — especially when plans shift. That commitment is a living reflection of the values Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. championed.

While our plans have changed, our purpose has not.

📣 Today, we will march online and gather for a virtual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Rally via Zoom.

This powerful virtual gathering will bring together community leaders, organizations, elected officials, and inspiring musical performances as we honor Dr. King’s legacy and recommit to justice, equity, and collective action.

Though we may not be together in person, we are united in purpose — and our voices remain strong.

🖥️ Join us today. Register now to attend the virtual rally here.
May the Echoes of Unity continue to ring out — across communities, across systems, and around the world.
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08/14/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended our July 1MN History Maker’s event on Disability Pride Month! It was wonderful event filled with poetry, inspirational panelists, and disability resources. It couldn’t have been made possible without our partners, Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts and Minnesota Department of Public Engagement, who were able to host us and bring us together. Though Disability Pride month has ended, our work is not over to provide equity, accessibility, and opportunity for all Minnesotans with disabilities. We will continue to uplift our disabled community to build a One Minnesota for all💜

08/14/2025

ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER!

This will be an informative session on the process of grantmaking and building relationships with MN state agencies so you have the skills you need when applying for a grant.

Event: Wednesday, August 20th 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: MN Capitol Building
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clinics-at-the-capitol-grantmaking-tickets-1500850517299?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=IwY2xjawMJgnNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWdnBPVlhiYUNmNDVZbXV5AR624YO4meCdMJ8BXeBkGVdcMSG1u6a078kbxcWneqbdgKZ-a-L3TBVwXAcQ-w_aem_6NAF-wcZxHzELsY2SMo7fA

08/13/2025

📣ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER FOR AUGUST CLINICS AT THE CAPITOL📣

We are hosting our August Clinics at the Capitol on the 20th from 9AM-12PM at the Minnesota State Capitol. This session will be on grantmaking in collaboration with Minnesota Department of Administration and Minnesota Council of Nonprofits to provide resources for you to understand the process of state grants and building relationships with State agencies.

Register using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clinics-at-the-capitol-grantmaking-tickets-1500850517299?fbclid=IwY2xjawMBwa9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZRnJ2NzJ2RGJ1bHVRUUJGAR4fIc8rOj9-4N4Tj2qjqhGXQaUo4zd-BQt2V17K7MRTd0r0giI04CYH5LUZCQ_aem_tpyGIQgHU1munXSu2XG3Iw

08/01/2025

Are you looking to broaden your knowledge and connections around state grants? Then join us for our August Clinics at the Capitol Convening on Grantmaking.

Join the Office of Equity, Opportunity and Accessibility’s Clinics at the Capitol Convening featuring the MN Department of Administration and Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN) for a session on building bridges for grantees and State agencies.

Event: Wednesday, August 20th 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: MN Capitol Building
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clinics-at-the-capitol-grantmaking-tickets-1500850517299?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

This session is designed for all Minnesotans looking to understand the process of state grants and building relationships with State agencies so that they can use those skills when applying for grants. It will include tons of resources, workshops, a State equity panel, and a chance to talk to experts.

Our mission: To ensure all communities have the skills, resources, and tools so they know how to apply for State grants.

07/31/2025

The Office of Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan’s fall internship application is live and open. This internship allows Minnesota students who are interested in public service to engage in meaningful ways that build the skills and resources needed for their future career by introducing them to different public service career path options.

The Office of Equity, Opportunity, and Accessibility will give interns the opportunity to help promote the resources that the Office does to create equitable opportunities for all Minnesotans but also allows them the chance to put their ideas into action. The application deadline is August 10th with a start date in September. Learn more about the departments and how to apply on the Governor’s Office Careers and Internship webpage. https://mn.gov/governor/connect/careers-internships/

07/30/2025

Join us tomorrow to celebrate Disability Pride at Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts! You will have the opportunity to listen to a panel of individuals with disabilities and their inspirational stories as well as meet Interact artists. It will be a powerful and uplifting event so be sure to register today!

📆Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕑Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📌Location: Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Link to register: https://tinyurl.com/3zj2x8ex

07/23/2025

One Minnesota History Makers Convening this month celebrating Disability Pride Month!

This month the Governor’s Office of Equity, Opportunity, and Accessibility will be honoring Disability Pride Month by giving a space to recognize, uplift, and amplify the voices the Minnesotans with Disabilities across various industries and cultural identities. This event will feature a panelist of inspiring leaders with disabilities with more information regarding them coming soon!

Each month these gatherings provide an intergenerational opportunity to highlight historical contributions from Minnesota’s diverse communities while fostering meaningful dialogue and solidarity across cultural identities.

📆Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕑Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📌Location: Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts

Registration Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1mn-history-makers-disability-pride-tickets-1489606385799?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

07/23/2025

Dear African Heritage Community and partners, we warmly invite you to join a transformative virtual community conversation, where together, we can harness our collective potential to drive positive change:

📲 RSVP on Eventbrite: https://shorturl.at/RXpSh

07/16/2025

“We can all be proud to live, and serve, in America’s best place to raise a child.” – Governor Tim Walz

Minnesota continues to lead with heart. From our natural beauty to our strong communities, this state embodies what it means to thrive in Minnesota.

That’s why the Mind, Body & Soul: Exploring Minnesota convening is such an exciting and energizing experience—not just for personal reflection, but for professional growth.

This convening isn’t your typical professional gathering. It brings together changemakers, public servants, educators, advocates, and healers to experience what makes Minnesota unique—from wellness strategies and storytelling to equity-focused community engagement.

Date: July 22, 2025
Time: 10:00AM-11:30PM (Virtual)
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✅ It’s a chance to:
• Recharge and reconnect with purpose
• Gain tools to bring back to your clients, colleagues, and communities

Whether you’re serving youth, leading teams, or building bridges across difference, this event reminds us why Minnesota is not only a great place to raise children—but also a powerful place to raise hope, opportunity, and shared wellbeing.