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Upcoming Events

UROC Critical Conversation: Reviving Ancestral Practices to Combat Mother and Baby Morbidity

UROC Critical Conversation: Reviving Ancestral Practices to Combat Mother and Baby Morbidity

In 2022, UROC partnered with the Minneapolis-based Collective Action Lab, the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center, the Native American Community Clinic, and Liberty Community Church Northside Healing Space to launch an initiative aimed at improving maternal health outcomes and advancing birth justice related issues in Hennepin County. The initiative—called the Birth Justice Collaborative (BJC)—set out to engage communities in co-designing strategies designed to improve birth outcomes using community-based knowledge and wisdom. This UROC Critical Conversation will showcase the BJC's five priority strategies that are already creating positive change. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested, but not required.

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December 10, 2024
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5:00 pm
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2001 Plymouth Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411
Winter 2025 IN-PERSON Study Pain Programs

Winter 2025 IN-PERSON Study Pain Programs

The Partners4Pain Study is testing two pain education programs at no cost. Sessions are 90 minutes and take place weekly for 9 weeks. Click on the tile to learn more if you are eligible to take part.

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January 28, 2025
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6:30 pm
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Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM (Jan 28-Mar 25) at UROC, 2001 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis
Winter 2025 ONLINE Study Pain Programs

Winter 2025 ONLINE Study Pain Programs

The Partners4Pain Study is testing two pain education programs at no cost. Sessions are 90 minutes and take place weekly for 9 weeks. Click on the tile to learn more if you are eligible to take part.

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February 1, 2025
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9:00 am
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Saturdays, 9:00-10:30 AM (Feb 1-Mar 29) on ZOOM.

Past Events

Sam Simmons book signing

Sam Simmons book signing

"Just Sam" offers a comprehensive look at how trauma impacts black men and the African American community. Samuel Simmons, Jr., also known as Sam, wrote this book simply as a retelling of one man's journey but to encourage readers to confront uncomfortable truths and move beyond mere resilience. He presents a blueprint for community healing and growth. Additional Date: November 14, 2024, 6 pm to 8 pm, Hallie Q. Brown Community Center 270 Kent St, Saint Paul, MN 55102, https://just-sam-book-signing.eventbrite.com/

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November 21, 2024
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5:30 pm
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UROC, 2001 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis
16th Annual Black Men Healing Conference

16th Annual Black Men Healing Conference

This conference's goal is to provide an opportunity for meaningful community engagement and access to national and local educators, and community practitioners to discuss and introduce practical culturally sensitive trauma informed initiatives leading to the improved health and wellness of African American men and their families.

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June 20, 2024
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9:00 am
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Metropolitan State University St. Paul Campus, Founders Hall 700 East Seventh Street, St. Paul MN 55106 https://www.brothershealing.com/
Rules of Engagement Podcast: Episode 5

Rules of Engagement Podcast: Episode 5

Episode Five: The Value of Lasting Partnerships Hedy Walls, Executive Vice President for Social Responsibility for the YMCA of the North, and Doug Kennedy, Assistant Professor with the Integrative Health and Wellbeing Research Program at the University of Minnesota’s Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing, discuss what they’ve learned through University- community engaged partnerships.

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April 9, 2024
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5:00 pm
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https://uroc.umn.edu/news-gallery/rules-engagement-podcast/episode-five-value-lasting-partnerships
 Opioid Geographies:  A statewide conversation about Minnesota's opioid crisis

Opioid Geographies: A statewide conversation about Minnesota's opioid crisis

Join University of Minnesota researchers and community experts from throughout Minnesota in a statewide UROC Critical Conversation on the basics of opioids and how they are impacting our state.

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December 5, 2023
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5:00 pm
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via Zoom and in-person at UROC and other locations in MN
REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: Pain as We Age

REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: Pain as We Age

Let's talk about managing pain as we age. Join us for an authentic conversation with community leaders, health practitioners, & researchers.

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October 19, 2023
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4:00 pm
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Virtual Event
UROC Community Day

UROC Community Day

The event is free and open to the public. Celebrate University-community partnerships at UROC's annual Community Day open house with engaging displays, live music, food by local chefs, official UROC swag, and more. Visit with UROC's University researchers and their community partners, meet Goldy Gopher, and engage in live storytelling with local artists.

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October 10, 2023
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3:00 pm
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2001 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis MN 55411
REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: Cultural Considerations

REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: Cultural Considerations

Join us for an authentic discussion regarding cultural considerations when dealing with pain care.

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July 27, 2023
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4:00 pm
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Virtual Event
Conversaciones de Salud: Partners4Pain Web Show

Conversaciones de Salud: Partners4Pain Web Show

We are excited to invite you to an event centered around the crucial topic of pain management. We believe that by coming together and sharing knowledge, we can effectively address the complex issue of pain management. Your presence at this event will contribute to a vibrant and inclusive conversation, fostering a supportive community committed to better understanding and managing pain.

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July 18, 2023
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12:00 pm
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Zoom
PARTNER EVENT: 15th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference

PARTNER EVENT: 15th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference

Samuel Simmons Consulting invites you to the 15th Annual Community Empowerment Through Black Men Healing Conference where we bring to together professionals, community practitioners, and anyone interested in the topic to consider the question, "Could a focus on black men's healing be a way to empower the community?"

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June 22, 2023
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9:00 am
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Metropolitan State University St. Paul Campus, Founders Hall 700 East Seventh Street St. Paul, MN 55106
PARTNER EVENT: Virtual Town Hall on the U.S. Fentanyl Crisis

PARTNER EVENT: Virtual Town Hall on the U.S. Fentanyl Crisis

Join the fight against the fentanyl crisis in America. During this virtual town hall, join Carmen Robles & Associates to help increase awareness about this crisis. In finding a solution to this problem, Naloxone (NARCAN) is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids - including fentanyl. Join this Virtual Town Hall Meeting to learn more.

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May 5, 2023
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12:00 pm
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Virtual Event
REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: What Does Trauma Have To Do With It?

REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: What Does Trauma Have To Do With It?

Join us for an authentic conversation between health practitioners, researchers, community members and leaders about pain and trauma.

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April 27, 2023
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4:00 pm
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Virtual Event
REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: The Role for Medication

REPLAY VIDEO: Living Well with Pain: The Role for Medication

Let’s talk about medications for pain! Join us for an authentic conversation with community leaders, health practitioners and researchers.

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February 23, 2023
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4:00 pm
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Virtual Event or In-Person at UROC, 2001 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
UROC Fall 2022 Critical Conversation - Living Well with Pain: Managing Your Pain So It Doesn't Manage You

UROC Fall 2022 Critical Conversation - Living Well with Pain: Managing Your Pain So It Doesn't Manage You

University of Minnesota researchers and community experts specializing in the treatment of chronic pain discussed strategies to empower individuals in managing chronic pain, navigate health systems, and build stronger relationships between patients and their care providers. This event was co-sponsored by the University of Minnesota Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing's Integrative Health & Wellbeing Research Program and served as the kick-off for the series of Living Well with Pain community conversations on the topic of pain and pain management.

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November 17, 2022
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4:00 pm
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Virtual event