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On May 11, 2026, the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs welcomed 210 student leaders from 14 schools in Salt Lake County to the Utah State Capitol for Multicultural Youth Leadership...

Eddy Thompson is the new deputy director of the Division of Multicultural Affairs. He brings a track record of service to this new position. A Utah native, he brings a...

4 min read | Whether it’s cheering students on at leadership events or lifting up cultural identity and student voice, these dedicated professionals are the heartbeat of what we do....

4 min read | Now recognized as the longest-running Juneteenth celebration in the state, this family-friendly event has grown into a staple summer tradition—one that highlights the power of gathering,...

4 min read | We’re thrilled to announce a meaningful collaboration between the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs’ Magnify Utah and the Utah Historical Society....

5 min read | Utah is celebrated for its stunning red rock canyons, snow-capped mountains, and tight-knit communities — but just beneath the surface lies another source of richness: language....

3 min read | Since its founding in 2014, this grassroots, community-powered festival has grown into one of Utah’s most beloved cultural celebrations—highlighting roots and tradition....

4 min read | As a proud Ute woman, my life has been centered on family, community service, cultural teaching, and reclaiming tradition for future generations....

Lydia Bigcraft | 10 min read. Please enjoy a collection of workshop reflections by community partners, student fellows, and system-involved youth....

2 min read | By Dustin Khong Since its inaugural season in 1962, the festival has blossomed into a nationally recognized event, drawing theater enthusiasts from across the globe!...

2 minute read | Written by: Dustin Khong The festival commemorates the journey of early Utah settlers who traveled the western frontier in search of land to start their new...

2 minute read | Written by: Dustin Khong Utah’s Scandinavian Festival has been a staple and a spectacle since 1976 as an effort to revive the city of Ephraim’s Nordic heritage...