‘Community Journalism’ Archives
Consequences of War on Russian-Speaking Community 2
Part 2 of 4 By ALENA DOBRIAKOVA, Community Journalist-In-Training Part 1 EDITOR’S NOTE - Due to the original length of the article and gravity of the topic being discussed, we have chosen to break the story up into smaller segments to publish through the next 5 months or so. You can read the earlier segment on the alley’s website. War brings destruction, loss of loved ones, and cultural conflicts between people who were once like one family. In the context of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine War, the internal experiences of Russian-speaking immigrants have become more acute. These people are stuck between cultures, facing feelings of guilt, fear, and isolation.I interviewed Russian and Ukrainian immigrants to explore how their lives have changed since the war began. The main focus of the interview is the consequences of the conflict in emotional, social and cultural senses including internal conflict of identity, attitudes toward the dynamics of the society in which we live [...]
Mental Health Supports Serving Minneapolis: Affordable Options for Your Well-Being
By KAYLA YANG, Community Journalist-In-Training The list below is a non-exhaustive list of resources serving members of the Phillips Community. Mental health care has been a growing concern for many for quite a long time, particularly in communities where residents struggle to find accessible and affordable mental health resources. But what if you could receive the support you needed without breaking the bank, feeling judged, and fearing for your confidentiality?In the Philips Community, and within the larger Twin Cities area and surrounding neighborhoods, various low-cost to no-cost resources are available, aiming to provide mental health care for our communities.Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, or simply need a compassionate listener, this list will guide you to accessible care uniquely suited to your needs. Phillips Neighborhood ClinicThe Phillips Neighborhood Clinic (PNC) is a student-run, volunteer-based clinic dedicated to serving [...]
Empowering Health: Free Health Access in Phillips
By: AVA SCHERER, CARLA PARKER, MAKAYLA KLIMEK, Community Journalists-in-Training Access to affordable healthcare can be an ongoing battle for some communities. Fortunately, some organizations in the Phillips Community are working to provide free services like clinic visits, vaccines, and health screening. Phillips Neighborhood ClinicThe Phillips Neighborhood Clinic (PNC), a student-run clinic, opened in 2003, serving uninsured and underinsured patients. The clinic provides a variety of resources.On a rotating schedule (that you can find on their website), the clinic hosts different workshops where they talk about certain issues and/or bring in specialized physicians to ensure their patients receive the specific care they need.Upcoming speciality nights includeAudiology: December 12Neuology: Jan. 23PNC also offers vaccine clinics. St. Mary’s Health ClinicsSt. Mary’s Health Clinics offers free health clinics and services every day in various locations throughout the Twin [...]
