Black unemployment in the U.S. is once again on the rise, hitting 7.5% nationally and 6.9% in Minnesota, nearly double the statewide average. This issue is particularly stark in the Twin Cities, where deep disparities in economic opportunity have long persisted.
But Black unemployed workers are more than just a statistic; they represent the struggles and triumphs in the ongoing pursuit of the American Dream, one that is often anything but straightforward. Their stories are rooted in resilience, vision, and an unyielding drive for change.
For over 30 years, Twin Cities R!SE (TCR) has worked to dismantle these systemic barriers, not through quick fixes, but by making long-term investments in people. The organization’s efforts have focused on empowering individuals and providing them with the tools to succeed in a world where access to opportunity is often limited…