Feature Stories

Thursday, October 7
Making Our Voices Heard
The Karen Organization of Minnesota is committed to empowering our community by promoting civic engagement. Voting is an important way to make your voice heard, […] More »

Wednesday, September 8
Weaving Cultural and Generational Ties
KOM’s summer weaving program returned this year, connecting youth with experienced weavers to explore this traditional Karen art form together. This month, program staff and participants share why they […] More »

Wednesday, September 8
71st Anniversary of Karen Martyr’s Day Celebration
This year, the 71st Anniversary of Karen Martyr’s Day, hosted by the Karen Community of Minnesota (KCM), was commemorated the weekend of August 14th and 15th. After the in-person event was canceled last summer, Minnesota’s […] More »

Wednesday, September 8
Career Training Programs Open This Fall
This fall, new sessions of our adult career pathways programs are starting up again, and there is still time to get involved. Below, find information on programs currently looking for […] More »

Wednesday, August 4
A Career That Connects
Even during the pandemic, KOM’s interpreter training program is providing new career pathways for prospective interpreters. This month, we looked back on how the program has progressed over the past year. We also spoke with […] More »