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Connecting Engaged Feminists Who Take Action and Seek Solutions

Since 1985, Minnesota Women’s Press has amplified the voices, leadership, and lived experiences of women across the state.

As one of the longest-running feminist news platforms in the U.S., we publish award-winning storytelling in print and online — grounded in community, shaped by lived experience, and focused on impact.

Vision

We are all parts of a greater whole. Our stronger future will be built from the collective energy of people who shift narratives to effect change.

What Makes Us Different

At Minnesota Women’s Press, we practice solidarity journalism, amplifying first-person stories of powerful everyday women (cis and trans) and nonbinary Minnesotans.

  • Elevating voices beyond podiums and press releases
  • Centering on first-person narratives
  • Focusing on solutions, not noise
  • Connecting storytelling to civic engagement

“You are not just provided feel-good local stories or depressing headlines — you find raw stories and practical pathways to engage with your community.” — Reader

Why Your Support Matters

Local news is shrinking, print advertising is declining, and corporate ownership is consolidating. Independent journalism survives when communities sustain it.

Join the Minnesota Changemakers Alliance and fuel reporting that amplifies everyday leaders, uncovers solutions, and connects Minnesotans to action.

Changemakers Alliance Membership

Our membership supports media that makes a difference — bringing Minnesotans together in discussion around challenges, solutions, and action steps.  

Join Us!


Building the Future

July 2025 issue

In 2027, Minnesota Women’s Press will transition into the MN Women’s Press Alliance, a community-owned media cooperative. Your support today helps us grow independent, community-powered journalism — and ensures readers are co-owners of the platform that shapes Minnesota’s stories for years to come.

Help Fuel the Future!

History

The Twin Cities-based publication was launched by Mollie Hoben and Glenda Martin on April 16, 1985. The idea started in 1984 to publish a biweekly newspaper dedicated to telling stories about Minnesota women, by women, for women. Norma Smith Olson and Kathy Magnuson were co-owners from 2003 to 2017, transitioning in February 2009 to a monthly magazine format. On December 14, 2017, the magazine was bought by Mikki Morrissette, who serves as the publisher and editor.

The Minnesota Women’s Directory is printed in September to connect readers with women-centered organizations and businesses.

Changemakers Alliance (CALL) was launched in 2022 to bring people statewide together in conversations about issues, visions, and values.

Membership was launched in December 2023 to support issues-oriented solutions media around a few core issues.

A weekly newsletter updates readers about stories and bulletin board notices.

The monthly Creativity & Connection newsletter was created in Fall 2024 to focus on books, arts, and events.

Our magazine, website, and newsletter reach about 40,000 people monthly.

We have received multiple awards from the Minnesota media association. For 2025, that included three photography awards, four editorial awards — including for our immigrant rights special issue distributed statewide to 25,000 people in print, thanks to underwriter Unidos MN — and a community leadership award.

Our coverage of gender-based violence has been recognized statewide and nationally, including 2025 journalist of the year award to publisher Mikki Morrissette.

Our readers are civically engaged

  • 97 percent vote
  • 87 percent donate
  • 52 percent volunteer.
  • They care about local businesses, environmental responsibility, and inclusive communities.
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