Programs and initiatives

Learn about City programs and efforts to improve our City. Search by department or interest area to learn more.
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Minneapolis Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot

A pilot project that gave a monthly payment to families who needed it.
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CareerWorks

We offer career coaching and skills training to adults.
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Approach to prevent violence

The City works to reduce violence through prevention, intervention and healing.
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Group Violence Intervention

We work to address gun violence and homicide associated with groups and gangs.
MinneapolUS is a street outreach team led by the Minneapolis Office of Violence Prevention

MinneapolUS

Our violence interrupters identify and calm conflicts that may lead to serious violence.
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Next Step

We partner with hospitals to support victims of violent injury.
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Inspiring Youth

We mentor and support 10- to 17-year-olds facing risk factors for violence.
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Youth Connection Center

This resource can help prevent youth from becoming victims of violence.
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Blueprint Approved Institute

We train and fund people and small organizations working to prevent violence.
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Community Safety Ambassadors

We work to keep our communities safe and vibrant.
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Racial equity and inclusion

You can learn about equity initiatives in the City. This includes race, gender and immigrant rights.
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Dislocated Workers

We help laid off workers rejoin the workforce.
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