The Spirit of Minnesota: Intercultural Lessons in Community-Building and Mutual Aid from the Frontlines

The Spirit of Minnesota: Intercultural Lessons in Community-Building and Mutual Aid from the Frontlines

Your Presenters:
Basma Ibrahim DeVreis and Jon DeVries

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 11:30 AM EDT

A panel discussion from interculturalists who experienced and lived through the 2025-26 operation Metro Surge activities in Minnesota.

Registration = FREE for current SIETAR USA Members
in good standing 

(Must be logged in to see the member pricing, SIETAR International members must contact SIETAR USA office for discount code and verify that you are a current member.) 

Registration = $25 for Non Members

About Your Presenters: 

Basma Ibrahim DeVries (Ph. D.) is Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota, and conducts intercultural training workshops for educational and community groups.

Jon DeVries is a trainer and consultant specializing in Intercultural Competence, Team Building and Leadership Development.