Our Board
We are diverse nonprofit professionals who are culturally sensitive and passionate about community building. Our mission unites dedicated and innovative individuals.
Mary C. Turner
Chair – Minnesota Nurses Association President Elected 2018
Mary C. Turner
Chair – Minnesota Nurses Association President Elected 2018
Mary Turner is an ICU nurse at North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale and previously worked at Abbott Northwestern Hospital for 10 years. She has served as the President of the Minnesota Nurses Association since 2015. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Turner was selected by President Biden to serve as the only frontline healthcare worker on the COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. She has also served on the National Nurses United Joint Nursing Commission since 2011 and on the board of Isuroon, which provides empowerment, culturally sensitive health education, and advocacy for Somali women. Turner completed an Associate of Science in Nursing from North Hennepin Community College and has completed coursework in nursing at Metropolitan State University. She was recently appointed to the U Of M Board of Regents.
Fartun Weli
CEO/Founder Minneapolis Office
Fartun Weli
CEO/Founder Minneapolis Office
Fartun founded Isuroon in 2011, after two decades of working in the medical field, with the goal of developing an organization based on strength, using a relational approach to help Somali women build self-sufficiency and maintain healthy lives. She currently serves as the CEO and is always a community connector. Fartun has received many awards and international recognition for her outstanding voice and action in supporting immigrant and refugee communities to have equal access to resources and services. Fartun holds a BA in Business from Capella University and an MA in Public Health from Walden University. In her free time, she loves connecting with her niece and nephews.
Abdiwahab Ali
Member
Abdul Abdi
With 20 years of experience in the IT industry, including a decade as a Lead Software Architect and a significant role as a School Board Director, I am passionate about driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and making a positive impact in both the technology and education sectors.
As a School Board Director, my role is to provide strong leadership and effective governance to the school district. I am dedicated to representing the interests of the community and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education to our students. My responsibilities encompass policy development, overseeing the budget, evaluating and hiring key personnel, and actively fostering community engagement. In this role, I have collaborated with fellow board members, educators, and community stakeholders to make informed decisions that positively impact student outcomes. I have championed initiatives aimed at enhancing educational programs, implementing technology advancements, and
fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.