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SUMMARY:World Refugee & Immigrant Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join IRIS and our community partners for the World Refugee & Immigrant Festival\, a joyful celebration of the cultures\, traditions\, and stories that make our communities stronger. Enjoy global cuisine\, refugee speakers\, live entertainment\, henna\, and family-friendly activities while connecting with neighbors from around the world.\n\nWhen: Saturday\, September 19\, 1–4 PM\nWhere: Dixwell Community House (Q House)\, New Haven\nAdmission: Free and open to the community\n\nThe festival is presented in partnership with local organizations dedicated to welcoming and supporting refugee and immigrant communities.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/world-refugee-immigrant-festival/
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SUMMARY:Gather\, A Celebration of Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Join Connecticut Foodshare\, IRIS\, and community partners for Gather 2026: A Celebration of Partnership\, a full-day conference bringing together food pantries\, community kitchens\, emergency shelters\, and nonprofit partners to learn\, connect\, and strengthen the communities we serve. IRIS will co-present a workshop with Building One Community focused on meeting the unique needs of immigrant neighbors and creating safe\, welcoming\, and accessible food pantry environments. \nWhen: Friday\, September 25\, 2026\, 8:30 AM–4 PM\nWhere: Sheraton Hartford South Hotel\, 100 Capital Boulevard\, Rocky Hill\, CT 06067\nWho: Food pantries\, community kitchens\, emergency shelters\, and nonprofit partners in the Connecticut Foodshare network \nThe event is an opportunity to build stronger partnerships\, share strategies\, and work together toward a healthier Connecticut where no one goes hungry.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/gather-a-celebration-of-partnership/
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SUMMARY:TPS Changes & What They Mean for Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:Join CT Students for a Dream and the CT Immigrant Support Network for TPS Changes & What They Mean for Connecticut\, a webinar discussing recent TPS changes\, their impact on Connecticut residents\, and available support—including the rollout of $5 million in cash assistance and upcoming clinics offering free legal consultations. Hear from HUSKY for Immigrants\, SEIU 1199\, JFS\, TAILC\, CIRI\, and IRIS. \nWhen: Wednesday\, September 30th\, at 6:00PMWhere: Online webinarAdmission: Free \nRegister HERE\nInterpretation will be available in Spanish\, Haitian Creole\, and Arabic.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/tps-changes-what-they-mean-for-connecticut/
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SUMMARY:Cultivators of Hope: How Notre Dame and Catholic Partners Stand with Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Join the Notre Dame Club of New Haven for the 2026 UND Celebration: Cultivators of Hope\, a timely conversation exploring how Notre Dame and Catholic partners are standing with Ukraine through humanitarian aid\, academic partnerships\, and moral advocacy during the ongoing war. Hear from Rory Finn and Grant Osborn as they discuss Notre Dame’s ongoing support for the Ukrainian people. \nWhen: Thursday\, October 1\, 12PMWhere: Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center\, 1 State St\, New Haven\, CTAdmission: Free with RSVP \nFree parking is available in the lot beneath the building\, and a light lunch will be served. \n\nRegister HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/cultivators-of-hope-how-notre-dame-and-catholic-partners-stand-with-ukraine/
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SUMMARY:Bridgeport Sit & Speak: A Conversation with CT Mirror on Immigration
DESCRIPTION:Join the CT Mirror for a Sit & Speak in Bridgeport focused on immigration and the issues affecting immigrant families in the city. Hear from Bridgeport residents about immigration enforcement\, knowing your rights\, accessing resources\, and the concerns facing immigrant communities. Attendees are invited to ask questions\, share their experiences\, or simply listen and learn. Everyone is welcome\, whether you come to speak or simply listen. \nWhen: Thursday\, October 8th\, 5:30–6:30 PMWhere: Burroughs Community Center\, 2470 Fairfield Avenue\, Bridgeport\, CTAdmission: Free and open to everyone \nRefreshments will be provided\, and all are welcome to participate.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/bridgeport-sit-speak-a-conversation-with-ct-mirror-on-immigration/
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