You’re invited to our World Refugee Day events

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World Refugee Day ([link removed]) is Saturday, June 20!
USCRI invites you to join us as we celebrate and honor the refugees we serve.
Their determination, courage, and perseverance inspire us every day. These men, women, and children have fled unimaginable violence and persecution and deserve a life of dignity and opportunity.
Children in USCRI's Erie, PA office made their own masks and practiced wearing them on the last day before social distancing took effect.
Schedule of Events
Please join USCRI for the following World Refugee Day events hosted by our field offices:

VIRTUAL (join from anywhere):

A Walk in Their Words
On your own time
Take a walk and listen to the personal stories of refugees from all over the world. $30 fee includes access to the stories and a virtual gift bag, and supports USCRI's Albany, NY office. (Please select USCRI during the registration process.) Learn more/register ([link removed]) .

North Carolina Refugee Stories
On your own time
Watch the heartwarming stories of refugees who have built new lives in North Carolina. More information will be posted on USCRI North Carolina's Facebook page ([link removed]) .

A Taste of the World
On your own time
Refugees from Ukraine, Myanmar, Syria, the Congo, and more have submitted their favorite recipes from their home country. Request your free digital recipe booklet here ([link removed]) and start cooking! Hosted by USCRI Cleveland.

Highlighting Vermont Entrepreneurs
Saturday, June 20, on Facebook
Short video interviews will highlight refugees who own stores and other businesses in Vermont. Learn how they preserve their cultural heritage while bringing flavors of the world to VT. Videos will be posted on USCRI Vermont's Facebook page ([link removed]) .

LOCATION-SPECIFIC:

Erie, PA
Saturday, June 20, 12-2 pm ET
Together Apart: An Afternoon of Cultural Celebration. Purchase a Jamii Box of snacks and beverages reflecting the diversity of Erie's refugee and immigrant communities and enjoy a variety of live performances from your car when you pick it up. Register here ([link removed]) by noon on June 19.

Des Moines, IA
On your own time, in June
Passport Around the World. Order takeout from immigrant-owned restaurants during the month of June and complete your “passport” for a chance to win a prize. This and other events are hosted by the Refugee Alliance of Central IA. Learn more ([link removed]) .

Detroit, MI
Our Detroit office will be visiting refugee families in need and surprising them with $100 gift cards on World Refugee Day. Stay tuned for photos and video!

USCRI is grateful that you are part of our community of supporters. Because of you, we can make a difference in the lives of refugees and immigrants. We hope you can join us for some of these events that honor their courage and their sacrifice.

Warm regards,
Kendra Davis
Vice President, Strategic Development
Questions? Comments? Contact us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or (703) 310-1130.

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