SHAPING THE 2018 ANNUAL REPORT 2019 FROM OUR BOARD CHAIR ooking back over this year, we feel enormous pride in what Global Minnesota has accomplished. Together, we’ve created the momentum needed to truly shape our future L and the future of our great state. Mid-year, we embarked on a leadership transition as President Carol Engebretson Byrne stepped down after 22 years of remarkable service. Former Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie stepped into the role of president, bringing his lifelong commitment to people-to-people diplomacy and the visionary leadership needed to mobilize broad public engagement in global affairs. Global Minnesota’s exceptional attributes - strong leadership, talented staff, mission-driven programs, vital partnerships, and passionately committed members remain the driving forces behind our success. And these central pillars will continue to serve as a firm foundation for charting the years ahead. Guided by a new five-year plan, we will grow this global community, address the most important international topics, promote respect for and deeper understanding of the many cultures that call Minnesota home, and continue to collaborate with our amazing Ertugrul Tuzcu partners – global, national, and local. As always, we are grounded by our mission and values, which guide our day-to-day work of connecting Minnesotans to the world and the world to Minnesota. That’s what got us here, and that’s what will take us forward as we together make our global future. Ertugrul Tuzcu Mark Ritchie Board Chair In 2018-19, former Global Minnesota President, Carol Engebretson Byrne, was recognized for her leadership with several prestigious local and national awards. Capping this well-deserved recognition were the World Affairs Councils of America Board Chair’s Individual Award and Global Ties, U.S. Award for Excellence in Leadership. 2 globalminnesota.org PROGRAMS PUBLIC In 2018-19, PROFESSIONAL EVENTS 746 activities, EXCHANGES Covering Brazil to Vietnam An Icelandic veterinary officer and 51 countries in between, covering 111 countries of zoonosis, a Ugandan senior our free forums, in-depth parliamentary reporter, and a seminars, networking socials, connected, informed, South Korean director of unity and explorations of cultures and engaged more for human rights were among through cuisine reached more the 490 emerging leaders than 7,200 participants. than 22,000 from 106 countries we hosted in learning about for professional exchange opportunities with Minnesotans. DISCUSSION the world. GROUPS Spanning International Falls K-12 EDUCATION to Rochester, nearly 7,000 From writing in Russian Cyrillic participants attended 258 to exploring the native animals of meetings to explore the Honduras, Minnesota classrooms year’s key foreign traveled the world as 40 policy issues Classroom Connection through international our Great speakers from Decisions 24 different Discussion countries shared Groups. their cultures with thousands of school-age children. SHAPING THE F U T U R E SAFEGUARDING GLOBAL HUMAN RIGHTS Global Minnesota was Razia has devoted her career to honored to host Razia Sultana advancing human rights in Burma. for a professional exchange When asked about the refugees opportunity and connect her to she serves, Razia stated, “They local organizations, members, are the real courage women. and high school students. Razia’s We are just expressing their fearless efforts to defend the story, their feelings. They are Rohingya community in Burma, my encouragement.” Through conduct human rights advocacy a broad spectrum of meetings on behalf of refugees, and and programs, Razia shared her document systematic sexual passion for finding solutions to violence against women and girls global challenges and served as a earned her the U.S. Department reminder of how individuals can of State’s prestigious International and do make a difference. And Women of Courage Award. But Global Minnesota is proud to for Razia, it’s not about prestige feature change makers – like Razia or awards. A lawyer and human – whose courage gives heart to rights advocate from Bangladesh, the next generation. FOSTERING GLOBAL POTENTIAL First through 4th-grade students Cultures Day and Classroom from Southgate, Neveln, and Connection are at the core of our Sumner elementary schools mission and prepare students to in Austin, Minnesota, traveled take on the world with purpose and the world as Global Minnesota respect. “This is an opportunity international volunteers shared for our school to learn about their cultures and perspectives on different cultures and celebrate Brazil, Ghana, Honduras, India, Iran, our students for who they are. This Indonesia, Nepal, Russia, and South opens the door to the world for Korea for a World Cultures Day as them,” said Southgate Principal part of our Classroom Connection Katie Baskin about the visit. In the program. From what breakfast coming decades, these students is like in Brazil to the symbolism will step in to bear the weight of behind South Korea’s flag, our creating a safer, healthier, and more international volunteers presented tolerant future for all. And at Global on a variety of cross-cultural topics Minnesota, we believe this begins that promote global perspectives with fostering global understanding and connections. Designed to in every school, every classroom, spark international curiosity, World and every student. ADVANCING GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT On the heels of International your business,” an entrepreneur Women’s Day, Lauren from Jamaica offered as Hendricks, Executive Vice advice. Advancing women’s President for Program Strategy economic empowerment and Institutional Relations at and supporting the Grameen Foundation, described development of women to a packed auditorium the entrepreneurs are significant link between women’s integral to global global economic empowerment security and prosperity. and the reduction of poverty And Global Minnesota across the world. Nodding in is proud to provide agreement, visiting international a stage where women entrepreneurs from more these important than 20 countries joined the conversations take discussion with personal stories place. Like so many of on how closing gender gaps and our featured speakers strengthening decision-making and highlighted voices power in homes and communities throughout the year, these can create new opportunities women are solving problems in for women around the globe. their communities, empowering “Think globally. If you do, you will those around them, and defining realize the dreams you have for the future of our world. THE YEAR OF South Africa’s natural and cultural treasures, dynamic business opportunities, and environmental, political, and social challenges offered a myriad of avenues to explore throughout the year. Coinciding with the centennial anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s birth, our yearlong focus featured expert speakers who covered important topics including animal conservation, democracy in a multiracial society, emerging export markets, and the numerous Minnesota-South Africa connections. 1) Year of South Africa launch at Augsburg University 2) & 4) Exploration of South Africa Gala featured guest of honor Consul General Phumzile Mazibuko and VocalEssence Singers of this Age 3) Director and Founder of Conservation Beyond Borders Nicole Benjamin- Fink discussed the work being done across political and geographic boundaries to save South Africa’s majestic rhino 5) Former Ambassador to Liberia Linda Thomas-Greenfield spoke about South Africa’s political landscape and relatively new democracy Our focus on South Africa was a springboard for other programs covering Africa, including a visit from Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Ahmed Isse Awad where he spoke about the socioeconomic progress his country – and the region – is making. 6 globalminnesota.org FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 JUNE 30, 2019 REVENUE ASSETS Membership and Individual Contributions 470,085 Cash/Cash Equivalents 779,448 Corporate and Foundation Contributions 404,543 Board Designated Reserve 165,269 Program Income 130,627 Equipment (net) 18,350 Estate Proceeds 165,961 Pledges/Accounts Receivable 189,278 Federal and State Grants 173,353 Prepaid Expense 27,146 Investment Revenue and Other Income 35,840 Other Current Assets 1,334 In-Kind Contributions 18,612 Interest in Charitable Trust 37,770 Total Revenue $1,399,021 Investments 585,992 Total Assets $1,804,587 EXPENSES K-12 Education 278,837 LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Professional Exchanges 328,009 Current Liabilities 29,208 Public Events 222,625 Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions Discussion Groups (Great Decisions) 194,206 Undesignated 197,845 Development/Fundraising 199,369 Board Designated Reserve 165,269 Administration 257,008 Board Designated Major Gifts 205,383 Total Expenses $1,480,054 Total Without Donor Restrictions 568,497 Excess of Expense over Revenue (81,033) Net Assets With Donor Restrictions 1,206,882 Unrealized Gains on Long-Term Investments 5,312 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $1,804,587 Change in Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions ($75,721)* *The Board approved use of Board Designated Reserve funds, which do not show as revenue, to cover costs associated with leadership transition. OUR CLIMATE’S FUTURE On one of the coldest days in January, we hosted J. Drake Hamilton, Science Policy Director at Fresh Energy, for a discussion on developments from the 24th Conference of the