Valerie Shirley

Valerie Shirley

Valerie Shirley is the Founder and Executive Director of the Minnesota Deaf Muslim Community (MDMC). She currently works as a sign language interpreter for MDMC and other agencies. Previously she worked as a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at a number of school districts within the Twin Cities. She is a University of Minnesota alumnus. Valerie is passionate about dismantling systems that oppress others.

The Event is Free!

  • Picnic style lunch
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Rain jacket with hood or Ponchos (if raining)
  • Jacket or sweater (if cold)
  • Durable, close-toed shoes
  • Baseball cap or sun glasses
  • Sunscreen & Lip balm
  • Camera wrapped in padded, waterproof/plastic bag. (if you want to take photos.) If you get some good shots, enter them in our photo contest!

Date:– August 22, 2026
Time:– 10 AM to 2 PM
Location:– Bde Maka Ska – North Beach 2710 West Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408

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