Do you know an artist or culture bearer with an enduring and exceptional career in Minnesota?

CTUL and an ecosystem of partners are ensuring that workers are treated justly, so they can build wealth and invest back into their communities–achieving their aspirations, enriching our social fabric, and strengthening local economies.

We’re excited to recognize seven everyday champions whose compassion and contributions serve as the heartbeat of Minnesota communities.

Hmong American Farmers Association and other pioneers are creating a blueprint for how advancing sustainable agriculture and climate action go hand in hand with building generational wealth and racial justice.

An artist and organizer, Ricardo Levins Morales creates art as a form of medicine to support healing from and resistance to oppression. His work is widely used by grassroots movements, organizations, and communities to motivate action and build resilience.