Manu M. Lewis has over 10 years of experience working in community organizations in North Minneapolis. He currently serves as the Lead Resource Navigator at The Neighborhood Hub, where he assists community members with housing, employment, education, income, health and other social services. Previously, he worked as a Group Facilitator for Criminal and Gangmembers Anonymous, where he helped youth and adults address destructive behaviors through mentorship and 12-step programs. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Restorative Justice Community Action and Neighborhood Organizing for Change, where he participates in programming, fundraising, and advocating for policy changes to support community development and youth leadership.

1. Manu M. Lewis The Neighborhood Hub
w. 612.522.0942 3210 Oliver Avenue N
f. 612.522.6743 Minneapolis, MN
e. manu@neighborhoodhub.org
Experience: The Neighborhood Hub North Minneapolis, MN.
Lead Resource Navigator 2011 to Present
 Assist in coordinating with community leaders and organizations for the purpose
of building resources and program capabilities to assist individuals, at-risk
youths, and families
 Conduct outreach and provide direct assistance to community members
 Serve as a liaison/navigator/advocate within the community as it relates to
employment retention in the areas of education, income and health
 Screen and provide direct application assistance for individuals seeking housing,
employment, clothing, food and financial assistance
 Facilitate and organize educational sessions based on health and community
awareness and activism
 Organize community engagement events – such as community meals, produce
distributions, etc.
 Host youth events focused on mentorships, internships, and educational
resources.
Criminal and Gangmembers Anonymous (CGA) North Minneapolis, MN.
Group Facilitator 2010 to Present
 Facilitate youth and adult discussions on lifestyle addictions, attitudes, beliefs
and anti-social behaviors that lead to destructive lifestyles
 Provide mentorship and advocacy for group members
 Review 12 steps traditions, wisdoms, and promises as it relates to lifestyle
recovery
 Keynote speaker at several institutional resource fairs that provide re-entry
resources (Dakota County, St. Cloud Prison, and various treatment centers).
 Honored with the 2014 Sons of Bransford Award for Outstanding Youth
Mentorship that Inspires Future Leaders
Restorative Justice Community Action (RJCA) Minneapolis, MN.
Board Member – Programs & Services 2012 to Present
 Participates in programs and service decision making
 Participates in fundraising activities annually
 Volunteer and recruit on youth panels and drug court panels
 Organized group facilitator and volunteer training
 Recruited community member volunteers
 Honored with the 2014 Sullivan Ballou Award for outstanding volunteer services
Neighborhood Organizing for Change (NOC) Minneapolis, MN.
Board Member & Community Volunteer 2014 to Present
 Actively participates in addressing policy makers regarding voter disparities,
community economic development, and youth leadership development
 Encourages youth voter registration and election participation with community
drives and educational awareness sessions
Education: Completed Gamaliel Foundation on Leadership & Organizational Training in 2012
Completed Isaiah Foundation on Leadership & Organizational Training in 2013
Completed Motivational Interviewing Training in 2013
Completed Conflict Resolution Training in 2013
Completed Holistic Recovery Program with Correctional Transition Services, Inc. in
2009
The Neighborhood Hub – Mission Statement:
Our mission is to be a beacon of holistic transformation that fosters a healthy African American community; through
competent navigation services, leadership development and advocacy.