Start off 2021 with MN Peacebuilding’s free, family-friendly online film screening of “I Am” on January 26th @ 7-8:30pm
Register for the event here
KFNA December Board Meeting Presentation
The KFNA Board’s monthly meeting was held on Zoom last night. The beginning of the meeting focused on an update on the MLK Park Encampment from some of the lead volunteers who have been supporting the unhoused residents there since June 2020. Board business follows this discussion.
The State of Minnesota Human Rights Department is Investigating the Minneapolis Police Department
The Human Rights Department is currently seeking individuals to share their experiences with MPD over the last 10 years, whether positive, negative or neutral.
Any direct interactions by citizens with the police, positive or negative, should be reported by phone or online here:
- (651) 539-1100
- mn.gov/mdhr/
Please complete your comments by December 15th, 2020.
Background: On June 2, 2020, the Minnesota Department of Human Rights launched a civil rights investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department after filing a Commissioner’s charge related to the death of George Floyd. This investigation into policies, procedures, and practices over the past 10 years will determine if the police department engaged in systemic discriminatory practices towards people of color and ensure any such practices are stopped. [Read more…]
