Publications

SAPRI publishes nonpartisan, data-driven research designed to support informed public discourse and evidence-based decision-making. Our publications rely on publicly available data, transparent methods, and clearly documented limitations.

SAPRI’s work emphasizes longitudinal analysis, contextualized comparisons, and repeatable indicators.

Flagship Research Report

Somali-Americans in Minnesota: Civic Participation, Economic Contribution, and Public Safety Outcomes

SAPRI’s flagship research report establishes baseline indicators and trend analysis related to civic participation, economic contribution, and public safety outcomes in Minnesota.

Status: Forthcoming
Planned release: 2025

Quarterly Data Briefs

SAPRI publishes short data briefs examining specific indicators, trends, or methodological questions relevant to community-level outcomes.

Data briefs are designed to:

  • provide timely context

  • document changes over time

  • support accurate interpretation of public data

Status: Forthcoming
Frequency: Quarterly

Methodology & Data Sources

All SAPRI publications rely on transparent methods and publicly available data.

Updates

SAPRI publications are released on a rolling basis. Please check back for new research and data briefs.