Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels (from 1977) talks with Qadir Aware about his views on Iran.

from Chatgpt:

Qadir Aware is a longtime community leader and former executive director of the Sioux Falls Multi-Cultural Center. He is a Kurdish immigrant who settled in Sioux Falls in the 1970s after fleeing political persecution in Iraq/Kurdistan.

He became known locally for:
Supporting immigrant and refugee families
Running multicultural education and language programs
Advocating for Kurdish causes
Community outreach and translation services

Some notable references:
South Dakota Historical Society described his work helping new immigrants adjust to life in South Dakota.
HUD archives highlighted his multilingual community work and translation services in Sioux Falls.
KELO reported on his public advocacy for Kurdish people in 2019.

He was also associated for many years with the Sioux Falls Multi-Cultural Center before resigning in 2010 amid organizational controversy and audits involving the center’s management.

Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels (from 1977) talks with Qadir Aware about his views on Iran.
from Chatgpt:
Qadir Aware is a longtime community leader and former executive director of the Sioux Falls Multi-Cultural Center. He is a Kurdish immigrant who settled in Sioux Falls in the 1970s after fleeing political persecution in Iraq/Kurdistan.
He became known locally for:
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<li data-section-id="dsygz5" data-start="326" data-end="369">Supporting immigrant and refugee families</li>
<li data-section-id="kjd846" data-start="370" data-end="425">Running multicultural education and language programs</li>
<li data-section-id="1t455o1" data-start="426" data-end="457">Advocating for Kurdish causes</li>
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Some notable references:
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<li data-section-id="uzldhw" data-start="530" data-end="675">South Dakota Historical Society described his work helping new immigrants adjust to life in South Dakota.</li>
<li data-section-id="1i3vm9m" data-start="676" data-end="813">HUD archives highlighted his multilingual community work and translation services in Sioux Falls.</li>
<li data-section-id="dmerc0" data-start="814" data-end="918">KELO reported on his public advocacy for Kurdish people in 2019.</li>
</ul>
He was also associated for many years with the Sioux Falls Multi-Cultural Center before resigning in 2010 amid organizational controversy and audits involving the center&rsquo;s management.

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Public Affairs Director, Jon Michaels (since 1977) talks with Neliesha Daws, Supervising Librarian (Birth to 5 yrs.) and Leah Tanis, Supervising Librarian on Kindergarten to 5th grade.

from Chat GPT:

Siouxland Libraries serves Sioux Falls and most of Minnehaha County through 13 branch locations, all sharing one catalog and library card. You can borrow or return materials at any branch and request books be delivered to the location that's most convenient for you.Some of the most popular Sioux Falls branches are:
Downtown Library – 200 N. Dakota Ave.
Largest collection
Local history and genealogy resources
Public computers, meeting rooms, art exhibits, and events
Caille Branch – 4100 S. Carnegie Circle
Meeting and study rooms
Mobile printing, scanning, faxing
Children's programming
Ronning Branch – 3100 E. 49th St.
Public computers, Wi-Fi
Meeting space and technology services
Oak View Branch – 3700 E. 3rd St.
Study rooms
Public computers and printing
Family-friendly programs

Other branches are located in:
Baltic
Brandon
Colton
Crooks
Garretson
Hartford
Humboldt
Valley Springs
Colman
Prairie West (west Sioux Falls)

Free services A Siouxland Libraries card gives you access to:
Over 500,000 books and other materials
eBooks and audiobooks through Libby
Movies, magazines, and music
Free Wi-Fi
Public computers
Printing, scanning, and faxing
Meeting and study room reservations
Interlibrary loan
Online learning and research databases
Children's story times, teen events, book clubs, and adult classes

If you're interested in history, Sioux Falls' original public library was the Carnegie Free Public Library, built in 1903 at 235 W. 10th Street. The building still stands and now serves as Carnegie Town Hall, home to the Sioux Falls City Council.

Public Affairs Director, Jon Michaels (since 1977) talks with Neliesha Daws, Supervising Librarian (Birth to 5 yrs.) and Leah Tanis, Supervising Librarian on Kindergarten to 5th grade.
from Chat GPT:
Siouxland Libraries serves Sioux Falls and most of Minnehaha County through 13 branch locations, all sharing one catalog and library card. You can borrow or return materials at any branch and request books be delivered to the location that's most convenient for you.Some of the most popular Sioux Falls branches are:
<ul data-start="364" data-end="1054">
<li>Downtown Library &ndash; 200 N. Dakota Ave.</li>
<ul data-start="410" data-end="572">
<li>Largest collection</li>
<li>Local history and genealogy resources</li>
<li>Public computers, meeting rooms, art exhibits, and events</li>
</ul>
<li>Caille Branch &ndash; 4100 S. Carnegie Circle</li>
<ul data-start="621" data-end="749">
<li>Meeting and study rooms</li>
<li>Mobile printing, scanning, faxing</li>
<li>Children's programming</li>
</ul>
<li>Ronning Branch &ndash; 3100 E. 49th St.</li>
<ul data-start="792" data-end="897">
<li>Public computers, Wi-Fi</li>
<li>Meeting space and technology services</li>
</ul>
<li>Oak View Branch &ndash; 3700 E. 3rd St.</li>
<ul data-start="940" data-end="1054">
<li>Study rooms</li>
<li>Public computers and printing</li>
<li>Family-friendly programs</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Other branches are located in:
<ul data-start="1087" data-end="1255">
<li>Baltic</li>
<li>Brandon</li>
<li>Colton</li>
<li>Crooks</li>
<li>Garretson</li>
<li>Hartford</li>
<li>Humboldt</li>
<li>Valley Springs</li>
<li>Colman</li>
<li>Prairie West (west Sioux Falls)</li>
</ul>
Free services A Siouxland Libraries card gives you access to:
<ul data-start="1323" data-end="1703">
<li>Over 500,000 books and other materials</li>
<li>eBooks and audiobooks through Libby</li>
<li>Movies, magazines, and music</li>
<li>Free Wi-Fi</li>
<li>Public computers</li>
<li>Printing, scanning, and faxing</li>
<li>Meeting and study room reservations</li>
<li>Interlibrary loan</li>
<li>Online learning and research databases</li>
<li>Children's story times, teen events, book clubs, and adult classes</li>
</ul>
If you're interested in history, Sioux Falls' original public library was the Carnegie Free Public Library, built in 1903 at 235 W. 10th Street. The building still stands and now serves as Carnegie Town Hall, home to the Sioux Falls City Council.

13 Siouxland Libraries, 500,000 Books, Bookmobile, E-Books and Dinosaurs 

Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels (since 1977) talks with Becky Rasmussen, President and CEO, and Jessie McPherson, Outreach Coordinator of Call To Freedom.

From Chat GPT:

Call to Freedom is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, dedicated to serving victims of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation through holistic, survivor-informed services.  The organization operates on a continuum of care model, providing safety, transitional housing, medical assistance, and case management to help individuals navigate their path from victim to survivor. 

Since 2016, Call to Freedom has served nearly 1,900 individuals, addressing the complex needs of those impacted by exploitation.  Beyond direct client services, the organization engages in community education, training businesses, schools, and law enforcement to recognize trafficking indicators, and advocates for legislative changes to decriminalize illegal activities survivors may have been forced into. 

The organization is located at 4501 S Technology Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57106.  It is fully funded by donations and relies on volunteers for various roles, requiring a year-long commitment to ensure program continuity. Call to Freedom also offers training and awareness programs to help the community identify and support those at risk. 

Rapid City Location


Call: 605-777-3469


Fax: 605-777-7095


Email: info@calltofreedom.org 


9am-5pm Monday – Friday


Mailing Address: 217 Kansas City Street, Suite 100, Rapid City, SD 57701


217 Kansas City Street, Suite 147, Rapid City, SD 57701

Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels (since 1977) talks with Becky Rasmussen, President and CEO, and Jessie McPherson, Outreach Coordinator of Call To Freedom.
From Chat GPT:
Call to Freedom&nbsp;is a&nbsp;501(c)(3) nonprofit organization&nbsp;based in&nbsp;Sioux Falls, South Dakota, dedicated to serving victims of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation through holistic, survivor-informed services.&nbsp;&nbsp;The organization operates on a continuum of care model, providing safety, transitional housing, medical assistance, and case management to help individuals navigate their path from victim to survivor.&nbsp;
Since 2016, Call to Freedom has served nearly&nbsp;1,900 individuals, addressing the complex needs of those impacted by exploitation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Beyond direct client services, the organization engages in community education, training businesses, schools, and law enforcement to recognize trafficking indicators, and advocates for legislative changes to decriminalize illegal activities survivors may have been forced into.&nbsp;
The organization is located at&nbsp;4501 S Technology Dr, Sioux Falls, SD 57106.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is fully funded by donations and relies on volunteers for various roles, requiring a year-long commitment to ensure program continuity. Call to Freedom also offers training and awareness programs to help the community identify and support those at risk.&nbsp;
Rapid City Location
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Call:&nbsp;<a href="tel:6057773469">605-777-3469</a>
</li>
<li>
Fax: 605-777-7095
</li>
<li>
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@calltofreedom.org">info@calltofreedom.org&nbsp;</a>
</li>
<li>
9am-5pm Monday &ndash; Friday
</li>
<li>
Mailing Address:&nbsp;217 Kansas City Street, Suite 100, Rapid City, SD 57701
</li>
<li>
217 Kansas City Street, Suite 147, Rapid City, SD 57701
</li>
</ul>

Human Trafficking from Sioux Falls to Rapid City - Call To Freedom

Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels talks with Sioux Falls Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Nold about 1,900 employees and almost 25,000 students.

From the school district website:

Superintendent of Schools

The Office of the Superintendent is the chief executive office of the School District, providing overall leadership for the school system. The Superintendent, with the assistance of two assistant superintendents and various Senior Directors and Directors maintains a vital staff and strong curriculum for the K-12 program and early childhood; provides special programs for children of diverse backgrounds and abilities and support services such as transportation, libraries, and counselors. The Superintendent manages 24 elementary schools, six middle schools, four high schools, an alternative school, a career technical education academy, and other related buildings; prepares the annual budget and oversees the fiscal management of the District; is responsible for making policy recommendations and implementing adopted Board policies; and serves as chief liaison with the community-at-large.

Dr. James Nold has served in the field of education for more than three decades and has led the Sioux Falls School District as Superintendent since 2025. Prior to his current appointment, he served as the District's Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services for nine years.

Dr. Nold served as the Principal of Washington High School from 2006 to 2016. He has also been an Assistant Principal, Teacher, and Coach. He received his Doctoral Degree at the University of South Dakota after earning his Master’s Degree at South Dakota State University, his Specialist Degree at the University of Sioux Falls, and his Bachelor’s Degree at Augustana University, where he also competed in collegiate wrestling. 

Demonstrating his deep beliefs that all children deserve educational opportunities, Dr. Nold considers it a great honor to have twice led an education team to Ethiopia to establish an English Literacy program at schools that serve the poorest of poor in that country.

He and his wife Tammy, a school counselor, have two children, Hailey, a clinical counselor for a mental health agency in Minnesota, and Riley, a Physics Doctoral student at UC Berkeley.

Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels talks with Sioux Falls Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Nold about 1,900 employees and almost 25,000 students.
From the school district website:
Superintendent of Schools
The Office of the Superintendent is the chief executive office of the School District, providing overall leadership for the school system. The Superintendent, with the assistance of two assistant superintendents and various Senior Directors and Directors maintains a vital staff and strong curriculum for the K-12 program and early childhood; provides special programs for children of diverse backgrounds and abilities and support services such as transportation, libraries, and counselors. The Superintendent manages 24 elementary schools, six middle schools, four high schools, an alternative school, a career technical education academy, and other related buildings; prepares the annual budget and oversees the fiscal management of the District; is responsible for making policy recommendations and implementing adopted Board policies; and serves as chief liaison with the community-at-large.
Dr. James Nold has served in the field of education for more than three decades and has led the Sioux Falls School District as Superintendent since 2025. Prior to his current appointment, he served as the District's Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services for nine years.
Dr. Nold served as the Principal of Washington High School from 2006 to 2016. He has also been an Assistant Principal, Teacher, and Coach. He received his Doctoral Degree at the University of South Dakota after earning his Master&rsquo;s Degree at South Dakota State University, his Specialist Degree at the University of Sioux Falls, and his Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree at Augustana University, where he also competed in collegiate wrestling.&nbsp;
Demonstrating his deep beliefs that all children deserve educational opportunities, Dr. Nold considers it a great honor to have twice led an education team to Ethiopia to establish an English Literacy program at schools that serve the poorest of poor in that country.
He and his wife Tammy, a school counselor, have two children, Hailey, a clinical counselor for a mental health agency in Minnesota, and Riley, a Physics Doctoral student at UC Berkeley.

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