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Ikran Mohamed Becomes the First Woman Somali American Police Officer to join Minneapolis Police Department
MINNEAPOLIS – Today marks a significant milestone for the Minneapolis Police Department and the Somali American community as Ikran Mohamed was sworn in as the first Somali American woman police officer to serve and join Minneapolis police force. The ceremony took place at the Minneapolis Indian American Center, where a crowd of supporters gathered to celebrate this historic moment.
Among the attendees were Minneapolis Police Chief, the mayor, city council members, family members, community leaders, and fellow law enforcement officials. The presence of such a diverse group highlighted the importance of this occasion not just for Mohamed, but for the broader community and other officers that was sworn in.
Ikran Mohamed’s joins other Somali women officers who work for Metro Transit Police Department and Saint Paul Police Department. In 2014 Khadra Mohamed became the first Somali-American woman to join the St. Paul Police Department, and the first Somali-American women to be a police officer in Minnesota, a move made possible by the department’s announcement that it has approved an option for employees to wear a police-issued hijab. These officers not only break barriers but also serve as an inspiration for young women and aspiring officers within the Somali American community and beyond. Ikran’s achievement represents progress in diversifying law enforcement and fostering stronger community relations.
During the ceremony, Chief of Police emphasized the importance of representation within the police force, noting how it strengthens trust and engagement with the community. The mayor also spoke about the significance of this milestone, highlighting the need for police departments to reflect the communities they serve.
Mohamed expressed her gratitude and determination in her new role, stating her commitment to serving and protecting all members of the Minneapolis community. Her aspirations extend beyond her duties as a police officer; she aims to build bridges between the police and the communities they serve.
As Ikran Mohamed embarks on her career, her groundbreaking achievement serves as a reminder of the importance of inclusivity in law enforcement. It is a hopeful step towards a future where diversity is celebrated, and everyone has a voice in shaping their community.
Today, Ikran Mohamed makes history—not only as a police officer but as a symbol of hope and change for many.
Photo credit: Zakariye Xaayow
SAINT PAUL – Magaaladda St. Paul ee gobolka Minnesota ayaa bixisay dhamaan deymo la xiriira caafimaadka oo lagu lahaa 32,000 oo qof oo deggen magaaladda. Duqa magaaladda St. Paul iyo shaqaalaha howshan ka shaqeeyay ayaa todobaadkan waraaqo u diraya 32,000 oo qof oo ay u sheegayaan in dhamaan wixii dayn caafimaad ee lagu lahaa laga bixiyay, lagan tirtiri doono.
Arrintan oo aad loo hadal hayo ayaa waxaa balanqaaday duqa magaaladda St. Paul Melvin Carter markii uu ku jiray ololaha doorashadda ee dib loogu doortay. Haddaba magaaladda St. Paul ayaa tirtirtay daymo qiimo ahaan ah $40 milyan oo ah daymo la xiriira caafimaadka oo lagu lahaa dadka deggen magaaladda. Duqa magaalada St. Paul Melvin Carter ayaa sheegay in qorshahan looga golleeyahay in taageero la siiyo dadka daynta lagu leeyahay ee deggen magaaladda St. Paul si culeyksa dhaqaale looga qaado, loona garab qabto oo loo kaalmeeyo.
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NINKII SHANTA GABDHOOD SHILKA KU DILAY OO DIIDAY HESHIIS QIRASHO AH, GO’AANSADAYNA IN MAXKAMAD LA HORGEEYO
MINNEAPOLIS – Derrick Thompson oo ah ninkii shanta gabdhood ee Soomaalida ah shil gaadhi ku dilay ayaa diiday heshiis qirasho ah oo ay haweenayda ah Xeer-ilaaliyaha Degmadda Hennepin soo hordhigtay, balse ninkan ayaa sheegay in uu beddelkeeda maxkamadayn doonayo. Ninkan ayaa ku eedaysan dil darajada saddexaad ah iyo dil baabuur oo lagu eedeeyay in uu baabuur ku dhacay oo uu dilay shan gabdhood oo saaxiibo ah isaga oo ka baxsanaya booliiska.
Bishii hore ayeey maxkamad heer federaal ah ninkan ku heshay dhowr dembi oo la xiriira dilka gabdhaha. Qareenada Degmadda Hennepin ayaa xaqiijiyay in Derrick Thompson iyo qareenada difaacaya ay diideen heshiiska qiraalka ah, iyaga oo door biday in dacwadda la billaabo Febraayo 18, 2025 oo maxkamad la aado.
Derrick Thompson ayaa lagu soo oogay shan dacwadood oo kala ah dil darajada saddexaad ah iyo 10 fal dambiyeed dil baabuur ah oo sababay dhimashada shan gabdhood oo dhallinyaro ah oo da’doodu u dhaxayso 17 ilaa 20 jir: Salma Mohamed Abdikadir, Sahra Liban Gesaade, Sagal Burhaan Hersi, Siham Adan Odhowa, and Sabiriin Mohamoud Cali.
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“Waxaan isku diyaarinayaa inaan noqdo musharax u tartamaya xilka duqa magaaladda, laakiin weli si rasmi ah uma shaacin,” Frey ayaa qoraal ku sheegay Isniintii.
Jacob Frey ayaa markii u horeysay loo doortay duqa magaaladda sannadkii 2017, isaga oo ka adkaaday Betsy Hodges. Jacob Frey ayaa ahaan jiray Gudoomiyaha Golaha Deegaanka ee degmadda 3-aad ee magaaladda Minneapolis 2014 ilaa 2018 inta uusan noqonin duqa magaaladda.
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