To inspire our community to understand global issues and cultures in an ever changing world by encouraging the exchange of ideas and experiences among the people of Minnesota and visitors from around the world.

For more than 50 years the Minnesota International Center (MIC) has provided rich and varied opportunities for individuals from Minnesota and around the world to serve as citizen diplomats and to gain a deeper understanding of their place in the world community. Though technological advances have increased the tools for communicating, MIC believes face-to-face exchanges remain the most powerful means to equip ourselves and our children with the knowledge, skills and experiences. Working with local, national and international partners, MIC creates conversations across cultures in communities and classrooms throughout Minnesota.

International Leadership Program
Intercultural Resource Workshops
Public forums & community discussion
Technological advances