Sahan Journal

We are Sahan Journal. We publish journalism for Minnesota’s immigrants and communities of color. And we can’t do it without you.

Sahan Journal is a nonprofit digital newsroom dedicated to reporting for immigrants and communities of color in Minnesota. In the five years since our founding, we have become a groundbreaking source of news coverage for communities who rarely see themselves in mainstream media.

We’re here to change the narrative of Minnesota’s news landscape. We do this by employing diverse staff and publishing exceptional journalism: coverage that truly represents the changing face of Minnesota and recognizes that democratic engagement and power belongs to everyone.

Here are some of the things we've done in 2024:

1. Our reporting played a pivotal role in uncovering environmental dangers at Smith Foundry, a place that had polluted a neighborhood for years. Our reporting informed and educated the community, influencing efforts that ultimately led to its closure.
2. We exposed troubling contracting practices at Noble Academy, prompting increased scrutiny around how charter schools use public funds. Our reporting pushed for greater accountability and transparency in the use of taxpayer dollars.
3. We’ve brought more journalists of color into the newsroom, giving them the platform to tell the stories of their own communities—stories that need to be heard.

At the same time, our work is far from done. We stand in the wake of an election with far-reaching consequences. Many in our communities stand at risk of being silenced—overlooked once again. This is where Sahan steps in, ensuring that their stories are told and their voices are heard.

Help Sahan Journal raise $20,000 on Give to the Max Day! We need your help to keep this coverage strong in 2025. When you Give to the Max today, your one-time gift or recurring donation will be tripled thanks to challenges from U.S. Bank and NewsMatch. That means you can help us unlock an additional $40,000 in funding today. 

As a Give to the Max exclusive: Become a monthly sustainer at $5/mo or more and we’ll send you a special edition tote or pair of socks as our thanks to you.

Becoming a Sahan Journal monthly sustainer is the best way to guarantee that you will stay informed over the long haul. Your ongoing monthly support tells us that you are in it for the long haul too. 

Sahan Journal’s journalism is powered by community support. Maximize your donation when you support authentic news today.

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