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This Friday, January 16, Native Bidaské takes you into the heart of one of the most urgent and tense stories unfolding in Minnesota — federal immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis and its impact on Native residents.
Joining us is Ruth Buffalo, CEO of the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center (MIWRC) — an organization dedicated to the safety, well-being, and sovereignty of Indigenous women and families in Minnesota (learn more at miwrc.org).
On the surface, federal ICE officers have been active in Minneapolis, carrying out enforcement operations that have alarmed residents and community advocates. But headlines only tell part of the story.
Ruth Buffalo brings an on-the-ground, Indigenous-led perspective to what’s happening now — explaining how Native women, families, and unhoused relatives are experiencing the presence of federal enforcement in their neighborhoods.
During this episode of Native Bidaské, viewers will learn:
- What Indigenous communities in Minneapolis are seeing and feeling right now, as federal ICE activity increases.
- How MIWRC and community partners are responding, offering culturally grounded support and advocacy.
- Why this moment matters beyond Minneapolis, connecting immigration enforcement to broader issues of racial justice, housing insecurity, and Indigenous sovereignty.
- Where to find help and reliable information — with additional resources shared during the episode for community members, advocates, and allies.
This conversation goes beyond breaking news. It centers people, safety, and solutions, while making sure viewers leave informed and empowered.
📺 Tune in this Friday, January 16 at 12 pm ET, for a timely and necessary conversation with Ruth Buffalo of the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center — and stay through the episode to access important resources and next steps.
Native Bidaské — Indigenous voices, real context, and the information our communities need.
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