Magnify Utah

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CONNECTING COMMUNITIES, PLACES & STORIES

“Magnify Utah" is all about people, places, and stories. By focusing on these things, we can all better magnify, share, and celebrate Utah's evolving story.
Take a few minutes to explore the heartbeat behind our great state—our ability to connect.

If you’re new to Utah, welcome.
We are happy to have you.

If you’ve been here for a while, we’re happy you’re here.

Magnify Utahns

Learn about Utahns of various backgrounds, callings, and experiences. Both those who chose to come to Utah as well as those who continue to choose Utah as their home.

My Family Diary Stories

Stories to elevate the voices of first-generation families living in Utah. First-generation meaning immigrant, new transplant, refugee, asylee, anyone that has a new Utahn experience from a family perspective. A family, like any other, hopes to find structure, opportunity, peace, and connection within a community.

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Homegrown Stories

Stories of people who have been born or raised in Utah and are laying down roots to continue to invest in their home state. Learn about some of our longtime community members, Utahns who have grown up here, and others who continue to love and live the spirit of One Utah.

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chosen home Stories

Stories of how people chose to come to Utah and continue to choose Utah as the place to build out their future and story of thriving. Learn about some of our stationed service members and veterans, immigrant and New Americans, transplants, and other Utahns contributing to our state.

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    Magnify Communities

    Find communities and places in Utah that resonate with you and your story, as well as those that expand your experience. Explore several locations, organizations, and groups that form Utah's vibrant landscape.

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    Strength and Progress: Utah’s Latino Community

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    Utah’s Asian Festival and Other Ways to Celebrate the Asian Community

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    From the Pacific Ocean to the Great Salt Lake: Utah’s Pacific Islander Communities

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    “This is the place”: Utah’s Vast Pioneer Heritage

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    Utah’s Heartlands: Rural Utah Communities

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    Thriving Here and Now: Utah’s Native American Community

    Magnify stories

    Learning about the presence, contributions, and dynamic strengths of Utah’s populations creates a sense of community and understanding. Enjoy a special blog collection that combines and celebrates our past, present, and future.
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    Celebrating the Educators Who Show Up for Utah — In Every Way That Matters

    4 min read | Whether it’s cheering students on at leadership events or lifting up cultural identity and student voice,...
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    Juneteenth Freedom Festival: A Time to Celebrate Freedom & Culture in Utah

    4 min read | Now recognized as the longest-running Juneteenth celebration in the state, this family-friendly event has grown into...
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    Connecting People, Places, and Stories to History: Magnify Utah Partners with the Utah Historical Society

    4 min read | We’re thrilled to announce a meaningful collaboration between the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs’ Magnify Utah...
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    Many Languages, One Utah: Stories of Language, Learning and Legacy

    5 min read | Utah is celebrated for its stunning red rock canyons, snow-capped mountains, and tight-knit communities — but...
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    Utah Filipino Festival: A Joyful Celebration of Filipino Heritage in the Heart of Utah

    3 min read | Since its founding in 2014, this grassroots, community-powered festival has grown into one of Utah’s most...
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    Experience the Magic of the Utah Shakespeare Festival

    2 min read | By Dustin Khong Since its inaugural season in 1962, the festival has blossomed into a nationally...

    Partner HAPPENINGS

    In Utah, our organizations combine passion for service and dedication to innovation. Here are some resources from partners across our state that are exemplifying the mission of Magnify Utah.

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    Startup State Initiative> Supporting Small Businesses & Startups in Utah
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    Utah Immigration Resources> Utah Office of Immigration & Integration
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    State of Utah Resources> One Stop Shop for State Government Resources
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    Visit Salt Lake > Check out what our Capital City Has to Offer
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    Governor's Office of Economic Development> Utah is an ELITE Economy and we want all to Benefit
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    Utah Department of Veteran & Military Affairs> Helping Utah's Military & Veteran Members Thrive
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    Utah Office of Tourism> Welcoming the World and Visitors to Utah
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    EDCUtah> Catalyzing capital investment and strategic economic opportunities in Utah
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    Center for Economic Opportunity & Belonging

    > Providing actionable solutions to disparities through engagement with communities

    Striving for One Utah Together: Magnify Utah Partner Toolkit

    We invite you to use your networks to bring more awareness to Magnify Utah. Check out our partner toolkit, featuring graphics and messages that you can share and uplift. When we celebrate all and who makes us Utah, we can thrive and better understand how to shape a bright future as a state. 

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    Magnify Utah’s Community Pages capture organizations that support communities through resources, connections, and opportunity-building. Information found at external links on partner websites do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement (CCE), Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs, or divisions associated with CCE. The intent of this resource is to centralize information, not to endorse. The Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs reserves the right to accept or reject any submission or suggestion that does not align with the mission of Magnify Utah.