MINT - Mo i Rana International

14/02/2024

Ingrid of The Information Hub Mo i Rana is up next! Her thoughts on MINT?
"MINT represents the International Community in Mo I Rana. Everyone moving from another country to Mo I Rana needs a community, where you can connect with others. This is the purpose of an organization like MINT: Connecting internationals with locals through events in the community. For this reason, MINT is important for The Information Hub, where MINT is an active partner in creating inclusiveness and diversity in the community."

Interested in getting involved? Reach out to us!

26/01/2024

Today, Rana Voksenopplæring (RAVO, "Rana Adult Education") went out to a lunch concert at Ytteren Kirke - and had a great time! Concerts and other free activities are often held at churches all over the city.

At RAVO, they offer both primary/secondary and language education for international students. We come from all over the world and, in my class, all learn Norwegian together to prepare for the dreaded norskprøve (Norwegian language test). That's me, Alison (USA) with my classmates Roya (Iran) and Johanna (Germany).

17/01/2024

Our next board member is Yasna! What does she have to say about MINT?

"MINT is an organization that is composed by internationals and locals. MINT is taking an active role in the onboarding of newcomers in Mo i Rana and looking for new activities and projects. It’s a great way to connect with new people, new culture, and most importantly new ideas! Being new in a city can be challenging. MINT is working on supporting newcomers but also opening the door for everyone to take part of their new (or not) society."

06/01/2024

Up next on our committee is Martin! Why is MINT important to him?

"MINT is the chance for me to work on details that can improve the life of foreigners but also locals, is the chance we have to bring new ideas, collaborate and build something new together. MINT can make us build a friendship and healthy community where all of us can feel supported."

Keep an eye out for all of the things we have planned!

05/01/2024

Meet Julia! When asked why MINT was important to her, this was what she said:

"Organisations like MINT are very important to ensure that we accelerate the internationalization of Mo i Rana. There is already a large number people living in Mo i Rana who represent different cultures and do not necessarily speak Norwegian yet - myself included! Hosting events, providing information, and connecting internationals and locals are all important topics that MINT works on."

Looking to join us on the MINT steering committee? Send us a message!

05/01/2024

We wanted to introduce ourselves to you! My name is Alison and I'm the interim head of the MINT steering committee. I asked my committee members why MINT is important to them and we'll be sharing those answers over the next few weeks. As always, if you'd like to join us, we'd love to have you - send us a message here.

"MINT is important to me because I want to help everyone feel at home here in Mo. My transition period has been hard and I want it to be easier for everyone who comes after me. Everyone deserves a soft landing and, for me, MINT is my way to do that for all internationals who make their way to Mo i Rana."

18/12/2023

We are very happy to soon welcome Steve and his family to Mo i Rana. Follow Steven Webb blog "66degreesNorth" as they are preparing their moving to the North 👨‍👩‍👦🌏✈️🏠

Life in Mo I Rana - Norway

07/12/2023

We're back!

Are you interested in joining the MINT Steering Committee for 2024? Help plan events, create guides, and help Mo i Rana feel more like home for newcomers all over the world.

Committee meetings will be held once every two weeks. All meetings are held in English. We are seeking both Norwegian and international committee members. Application deadline is 31 December 2023.

Have questions? Want more info? Send us a message!

15/06/2023

Today is the launch of Besity.app ! An app which enables multiple way interactions and community building through connecting citizens and local actors. Here in Mo I Rana we’re now ready to experience the digital platform official launch!🚀☀️

The purpose of the app is to foster connections and create resilient and sustainable societies, benefiting businesses, municipalities, and individuals. You can share events or activities that interest you or that you'd like to promote. Moreover, you have the opportunity to suggest and create spontaneous activities and events. Additionally, you can raise questions, share tips, create a campaign or even write articles. 🤩

The launch of Besity in Mo I Rana is a major step towards utilizing digital solutions when developing communities and city culture! We support and partake in the initiative, inviting all to check out and start using the app! Scan the QR code or go to app.besity.app and start engaging!

TIP: The very first activity will already be tomorrow, where we’re gathering people for volleyball in Talvikparken, Hope to see you there! 😎🏐

Besity - Beyond Diversity
Rana kommune
The Information Hub Mo i Rana
Rana Utvikling

Moirana.com

11/05/2023

You are all invited to our Consitution Day International Breakfast!

The 17th of May is Norway's national day, and we hope you will come for a traditional 17th of May breakfast with us!

There you will meet locals and internationals, and get to know about the history, traditions and the meaning of Norway's national day!

The breakfast is at 09:30 at Campus Helgeland!

– Jeg ville gjort så mye for et slikt arrangement når jeg var med på min første 17.mai i Norge, sier Alison om frokosten de skal arrangere på nasjonaldagen.

11/04/2023

📣 This saturday is the application deadline for universities and colleges in Norway!

For that occasion you can read about Borhild Thommasen who is studying economy, digitalization and business development at Campus Helgeland, and already has a job lined up!

Do you now anyone who is considering studying in Norway? Let them know about the programs at Nord universitet and UiT The Arctic University of Norway in Mo i Rana!

Borghild Thommassen is soon done with her bachelor’s in economy, digitalization and business development, and have already a job lined up after her studies.

28/02/2023

Check out this article!

Starting again is difficult. Moving to a new place is difficult. Moving to a new country, a new continent, with new languages and social customs and holidays and on and on… it’s hard. Newcomer Alison Trimmer from the U.S. will in this article series tell about her experience and give som tips, about moving to Norway and Mo i Rana.

This times she tells about her first meeting with norwegian grocery stores and about bagging your own groceries!
🤩Read the article here:

Newcomer Alison tells about her first meetings as she has relocated to Mo i Rana from the U.S.

02/02/2023

Good news for the MINT - Mo i Rana International community, Koks is hosting every Friday at 21h00 a Quizz in English ! Get ready for the competition 🥸😎

31/01/2023

The site Moirana.com asked Chatgpt and Dall-e to share their thoughts and views about moving to Mo i Rana! Read more at moirana.com!

We asked Chat GPT and Dall-E to tell us why Mo i Rana is a great place to live and work

23/01/2023

🏊‍♀️"Plura Valley is the ultimate place to unwind and disconnect from the outer world, both above and below the surface."

📰 Read about the amazing underwater diving experience in Plura Valley, in the latest story from Moirana.com!

Dive in crystal clear ice water in europa’s largest water filled cave system, at Plura Valley in Mo i Rana

17/01/2023

AS Norsk Gjærverk is a local brewery and bar in Mo i Rana, located in a old workshop

10/01/2023

Mens enkelte prøver å holde på varmen i vinteren, er det andre som samles for å “bade i deilig slush”. På Åneset i bydelen Båsmo samles en fast gjeng, hver søndag kl. 11:00 hele året, for å bade. Det hele startet med at Bente Fagerthun og Maiken Aasebøstøl badet en sen augustdag i 20...

20/10/2022

Mo i Rana in 2030 - Thursday 27th October from 19:00 – 21:00

Location: Rana bibliotek

Organizers: Arctic Innovation Week (AIW), Mo i Rana International (MINT) and Rana Bibliotek

About: The Arctic Innovation Week is once again taking place in Mo i Rana. This year, we want to involve the community, and especially newcomers, to take part of the discussion on: How will Mo i Rana look like in 2030. Because it´s all of us together, through our actions and ideas, who decide how our community will be!

Join us on Thursday around a tapas buffet to hear about new activities coming in, and to be part of the discussion on the future of our community. We will receive special guests that will share their insights on industry, culture, research & education as well as community & sustainability. You, your colleagues and friends, will then be invitet to take part in a discussive workshop about it!📣

Agenda:
18:45 Doors open
19:00 Welcome – Introduction and practical information
19:15 About AIW
19:25 MINT – Strategy and calendar
19:35 Information Hub – Concept introduction
19:50 Short break
20:00 Workshop introduction and group segmentation
20:10 Workshop 1st rotation
20:20 Workshop 2nd rotation
20:30 Workshop 3rd rotation
20:40 Workshop 4th rotation
20:50 Workshop over – Table discussion leaders sums their thoughts
20:55 5 minute recap and summary of findings from each table
21:15 Event closure

After the workshop, there will be an opportunity to join for a few drinks, and to continue the discussion in a relaxed environment. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Follow the link: https://www.facebook.com/events/607567784386338?ref=newsfeed
to the event page, and let us know that you're comming!💡

28/09/2022

The autumn is coming and we are inviting you to join us at Smeltedigelen musikkfestival from the 12-15th of October. We strive to be a festival that includes everyone from children to the elderly.
18 concerts during 4 days, activities for children, lunchconcerts, salsaclass and so much more.

The program is filled with many nice events and MINT are collaborating on the listed ones so that the MINT community members can all get a reduced price through selecting the "4/4 Member/Medlem" price category.

We recomend these events specifically and hope to see you at the festival.
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13th of October:

21.00 QueDuhSka (Northern Norwegian SKA music)
Place: Nordland Teater
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14th of October:

18.00 A tonic for the troops - for those jazzlovers
Place: Nordland Theatre

19.30 9 degrees north (9 grader nord)
Etnic Sri Lanka Baila, Flamenco, jazz and carnation music. They set the stage on fire last time the visited.
Place: Blackbox, Nordland Theatre

22.30 Hedvig Mollestad Trio - Hard hitting music from an award winning band. Is it Jazz or rock, Stonerswing, doom jazz or maybe Jazz Sabbath?
Place: Nordland Theatre
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15th of October:

11.00-16.00 Free children’s activities at Rana Museum. You need to take out tickets for sirkus school because of capacity. The rest is just to show up. Place: Rana Museum

16.00: England Brooks and Sigrid Brennhaug: Jazz, soul and a whole lot of gospel. Place: Mo Church

20.00: Unganisha. Nordic noir disco, traditionalmusic, gengetone ( a kenyan version of reggaeton, electropop, experimental EDM and some more). Place: Blackbox, Nordland Theatre

23.30 Salsaparty with Mambo Compañeros.
(20.30-22.30 - Free salsa dance class if you have tickets for the concert) Mambo Compañeros has given Scandinavia joy and superb salsa music for 24 years. Their music is based on Cuban and Latin-American traditions, and rythms such as mambo, cha-cha and rumba. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes – Mambo Compañeros is an amazing band with an irresistible drive and energy!
Place: Meyergården Spektrum
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All tickets here:

Smeltedigelen musikkfestival er en internasjonal musikkfestival som arrangeres i oktober hvert år i Mo i Rana.

05/08/2022

MINT and SpareBank 1 Helgeland are inviting to a international Mini Arctic Race! 🇳🇴🇺🇳

During the Arctic Race of Norway 2022 Mo i Rana there will be a bike race for children. With 114 bikers from 11 countries in a race being showed to 190 countries; it only makes sense to include our international population!

Members from the MINT-network will be painting the flags from their home countries, for those who want it!

Det inviteres til internasjonalt Mini Arctic Race under Arctic Race of Norway. Og arrangøren henvender seg nå til den internasjonale delen av befolkningen for å få et mer mangfoldig og inkluderende arrangement for de minste.

01/07/2022

🚴 🚴🏽‍♂️ On the 11th of August Arctic Race of Norway is coming to town!

Did you know that you can sign up as a volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to meet new people 🥳! And Rana kommune needs more volunteers for the big event!

Volunteers need to be 16 years of age or older. Non-Norwegian speakers can sign up for volunteering in catering and as guards / "vakt startområdet" and "arrangementsvakt". Guards on the cycling trail, "løypevakt", need to know Norwegian.

To volunteer, fill out the form below. It is in Norwegian - if you need help filling out the form, you can contact [email protected]

https://form.arkon.no/?id=7334&key=npoBPK

Vi gleder oss til Arctic race of Norway (ARN) 2022, og håper du vil være med å lage det til den beste startetappen i rittet noensinne!

17/06/2022

In response to the expected english-speaking population in the next few years, a brochure with information about resturants, activities and things to experience!

The brochure will be placed at various locations, but is also free to use for anyone that wants to learn more about Mo i Rana!

Link to the brochure:https://ru.no/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Welcome-brosjyre.pdf

🗣Vi forventer mange engelskspråklige tilflyttere de neste årene!👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Et ledd i velkomstarbeidet har vært produseringen av en brosjyre som utdeles til tilflytterne. Den har informasjon om restauranter, aktiviteter og opplevelser. 🍕⛷🎷

Brosjyren vil bli kjørt ut og plassert på flere steder i neste uke, men vil i tillegg være tilgjengelig for fri bruk til alle arbeidsgivere som ønsker å gi informasjon til sine nye arbeidstakere. 😁

Link til brosjyren finner du her:https://ru.no/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Welcome-brosjyre.pdf

18/05/2022

We would like to thank everyone that join us on the 17th of May parade under the MINT-banner. Norway's national day is a day of celebration and inclusion, and we are glad to introduce newcomers to it 🇳🇴. Thank you and Hipp Hurra, see you at the next MINT event 🌎. Picture credit to Allan Berg

11/03/2022

The activites for the year has been planned!🤩 There is still room for more, so if you would like to host a MINT-event, just make contact with us!🚵🎭🎬

Rana Utvikling lanserer MINTS aktivitetskalender som et nytt verktøy for å inkludere og integrere nye beboere i Rana. Nå inviterer de lokale bedrifter og frivillighet til å bidra til å fylle den opp.

29/11/2021

Thank you to everyone that came to the kickoff of MINT! We hope to see you for the next events!🤩👏

20/11/2021

Vi skal ta i mot tusenvis av nye innbyggere i årene som kommer. Mange av de internasjonale tilflytterne som skal jobbe i Freyr vil ha med seg partnere med kompetanse regionen vår trenger. Vil din bedrift være med på å gripe mulighetene? Ranaregionen Næringsforening og Rana Utvikling inviterer ...

19/10/2021