Global Minnesota

“Reviewed by the audit and finance committee and provided to full board with a summary by the treasurer or other finance or audit committee member.”

“Each responsible person is required to complete a disclosure form identifying any relationships, positions or circumstances in which the responsible person is involved that he or she believes could contribute to a conflict of interest arising.”

“Compensation committee approves compensation for the president of the minnesota international center and discloses to the full board.”

“Board governance co-chair reviews proposed compensation with the president.”

“The audit and annual report are on the website. Governing documents, financial statements and conflict of interest policy are available upon request.”

“The minnesota international center (mic) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, member-supported organization that offers a variety of educational, cultural, and business-themed opportunities focused on global topics. Our rich and varied programs are designed for individuals from minnesota to connect with others from around the globe, serve as citizen diplomats, and gain a deeper understanding of the world. Mic is unparalleled in its ability to deliver programs that allow minnesotans to connect and participate in the international sphere, and for minnesota to extend its influence around the globe. Mic's mission is to promote international understanding and engagement: we educate, we inspire, and we provide enriching experiences. And, we are committed to serving minnesota from a foundation built on values of trust, collaboration, global competency, nonpartisanship, intercultural communication, hospitality, and stewardship. Mic was founded in 1953 as a welcoming organization for international students, scholars, and visitors who came to minnesota. It was created as a university-community partnership that engaged 'citizen diplomats' to connect minnesotans with these visiting students. In the past 60 years, mic has evolved from its direct service roots into a multifaceted nonpartisan organization providing globally-focused educational opportunities for people of all ages across minnesota. Mic membership consists of approximately 1,500 individual members and more than 40 corporate members. Mic is a member of the national world affairs councils of america; a member of global ties u.s., the nonprofit arm of the u.s. Department of state's international visitors leadership program; and an affiliate of the foreign policy association.”

“Academic worldquest is an opportunity for minnesota high school students to raise their international iq through a globally focused competition. This past year, 132 students competing on 33 teams participated in academic worldquest. Mics great decisions in the schools is a way for students to have increased access to objective, in-depth, contextual information about global issues.”

“World affairs program, the public face of mic, brings in dignitaries and experts for programs that go beyond the headlines and build cultural and economic connections to our state. The program connects some of the worlds best thinkers in global affairs with corporate and community audiences. This past year, mic presented 25 community events with total attendance of more than 2,200.”