
At SotaSoDak, our mission is to inspire young men and young women in our communities to know that there are people who support them and want to see them succeed. We achieve this through the development of mentorship groups that work with local churches and communities to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our methodology focuses on teaching essential life skills such as safe work practices, welding, mechanical repair, carpentry, fellowship, nutrition, prayer, and leadership.
Finding Strength in Fellowship: A Conversation with Johan Tanem
Today we had the privilege of sitting down with Johan Tanem, a dedicated union brother whose story of resilience, faith, and service exemplifies what it means to live with purpose. As a skilled machinist, millwright, and Executive Board Member for Millwright Local 548, Johan brings not only technical expertise to his work but also a heart for mentoring others and building genuine community within the trade.
What an incredible weekend! Our interfaith community program brought together two amazing guests who shared their inspiring stories with us. Meet Henry Sule, an Augustana University graduate who moved here from Nigeria, and Taha Afzal, also from Augustana, who came from Pakistan. Both opened their hearts and shared their journeys of building new lives in America. We spent the day in deep conversation about our shared values and how people from different faiths and cultures can work together as brothers and sisters.
Jake Danielson joined SotaSoDak for Summer of 2025! Jake is a Keynote and Motivational Speaker. As someone who has experienced mental health struggles to the highest degree, Jake has overcome these struggles and has used the power of believing in himself to do things that he never thought was possible. We had an amazing discussion about faith, family, and our journeys.
Gloria is a passionate leader who has dedicated the past 15 years to serving vulnerable populations. Her personal journey - from experiencing the DSS system as a child, being a high school dropout, and facing homelessness - has shaped her into a powerful advocate for those who need it most.
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