Woodbury, MN—Tou Ger Xiong is called to a life of public service and social justice activism. The Hmong American storyteller, artist and activist shares his personal stories across the country to build cultural competency and address racial discrimination.
Hopkins, MN—Amanda LaGrange believes the Midwest's generous business community provides fertile soil for social enterprises that hire adults facing employment barriers.
Pine Ridge, SD—Erik Bringswhite wants his community to raise healthy, ethical Native children. As a long-time foster parent and juvenile justice worker, he is a role model to many on the Pine Ridge Reservation and in the state of South Dakota.
Saint Paul, MN—Dr. Joanna Ramirez Barrett sees women entrepreneurs of color — the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs — as a solution to the racial wealth gap.
Minneapolis, MN—Larry A. McKenzie has always understood his purpose: to make a difference in the lives of young men, particularly African Americans in urban settings.
Columbia Heights, MN—Neda Kellogg recognizes her young self in the Black female teens she works with in Minneapolis. She understands the barriers they face, their inherent potential and their need for support to transition successfully into adulthood.
Minneapolis, MN—Nicholas Kor believes that organizing can change the world. Yet, he observes that Asian Americans are often left out of political and public discourse, which marginalizes his community’s voice.
