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Serving the four southeast Minneapolis neighborhoods

KEEWAYDIN · MINNEHAHA · MORRIS PARK · WENONAH

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Executive Director

Sarah Friedman

Sarah brings over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, community engagement, and public policy to her role as Executive Director of the Nokomis East Neighborhood Association (NENA). Since joining NENA in 2022, Sarah has been dedicated to fostering inclusive, neighbor-led initiatives that build connection, resilience, and joy across the Nokomis East neighborhoods.

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With a background in program management, grassroots organizing, and cross-cultural communication—including service in the Peace Corps—Sarah is passionate about equity, collaboration, and making local government more accessible. She holds a Master’s in Public Policy with a focus on Nonprofit Management from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.

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Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering, rock climbing, and exploring Minneapolis parks. She’s proud to call South Minneapolis home and is honored to lead the organization into its next chapter.

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NENA Member

NENA is comprised of members, people like you who live, work or own property in the Nokomis East area.

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Join our neighborhood association today by signing up below. You may also sign up to join at NENA meetings, events and the Annual Meeting.

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