Who are we
MINT – Mo i Rana International is a volunteer organization that brings together newcomers and the local community. We create meeting places where people from different backgrounds can get to know each other, connect, and build genuine friendships - because we believe no one should have to settle into a new place alone.
What we do
We organize activities and events that bring people together and support newcomers as they settle into a new place. Through our events and network, we want everyone to feel at home here in Rana.
Intercultural connections, local impact.
Coffee Connection
Once a month at Munin Coffee House (17:00–18:00).
No program — just drop by, alone or with friends. All languages are welcome.
Walk & Listen
Every Wednesday at 17:30, starting from Munin Coffee House.
The route depends on the weather and the group. Relaxed pace, everyone is welcome.
Bakery Rave
Once a quarter, during the day — for all ages.
Freshly baked bread and pastries from a local French baker, accompanied by family-friendly techno from a local German DJ.
Rock & Rave
Every June, we collaborate with Munin Coffee House on an outdoor festival featuring local artists.
Age limit: 20+
New in Mo i Rana
A Warm Welcome to Your New Home!
Whether you have just arrived in Mo i Rana or are still planning your move, welcome. Moving to a new place brings many questions about daily life, work culture, and where to start — but you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Here are two practical resources created especially for newcomers, whether you're Norwegian or international:
Free Onboarding Course
A free online course in English for international newcomers, consisting of six modules — including one specifically about Rana Municipality.
The course covers, among other things:
The course covers:
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Workplace norms and culture
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History and local traditions
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Public services
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Health, insurance and education
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Housing, useful apps and practical tips
Start at Moirana.com. When you're ready, we hope to see you at one of our events – Coffee Connection or Walk & Listen – where you can meet people and start building your network in Mo i Rana.
Why Join us
Joining MINT
Joining MINT is about more than just attending events. It’s about having a network around you as you find your way in Mo i Rana — people who can point you in the right direction, share their knowledge, and open doors you didn’t know existed. At MINT, you don’t just participate — you can also share ideas and help create new projects together with others.
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Connect: Build genuine relationships with locals and internationals in a welcoming environment.
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Save: Enjoy exclusive discounts and offers from our partners and local favorites.
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Learn: Discover insider tips about local life, culture, and opportunities.
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Belong: Be part of a community working to make Mo i Rana feel like home for everyone.
Many of our members have had the same questions: How do you dress for a Norwegian winter? What’s the difference between langrenn, fjellski, slalåm, and randonnée? No question is too basic here — just ask.
About us
Our Story
MINT started in 2019 as a social network within the “Welcome to Mo i Rana” project, ran by Rana Utvikling. As the need for long-term community building became clear, we established ourselves as an independent organization in 2023 and formally registered as a voluntary organization in 2024.
In 2025, a new board took over with a clear ambition: to professionalize the work and ensure that what we have built continues to last.
Our Vision
A city where every resident, regardless of background, feels welcomed, valued, and part of the community.
By bringing together people from diverse backgrounds with local families, businesses, and cultural institutions, we are building a resilient and inclusive Mo i Rana — where everyone has a place to belong.
Why We Exist
We believe inclusion is about more than finding a job. It is about finding a home and feeling connected to the place you live. When people have real social networks around them, they are more likely to stay, contribute, and put down roots.
Our mission is to create meeting places where those connections happen naturally — over a cup of coffee, on a walk through the city, or on the dance floor.
The Organisation and The Board
MINT has been registered as a voluntary organization in the Register of Business Enterprises since 2024. Our board consists of eight members, including both local and international residents — a mix we value and aim to maintain.
Every June, we hold our General Assembly, where anyone interested in joining the board can present themselves. This is also when we elect or re-elect the board chair, deputy chair, and treasurer.