Events

Santa Vasquez is originally from the Dominican Republic and immigrated to the United States with her children in 2021. She will share her personal story, and provide some insight into experiences of Caribbean-Americans.

In these early days of the new administration, federal funding for a host of worthy agencies has been suspended, eliminated, and then, (maybe?) partially reinstated.  Few who depend upon that funding believe that the threat has gone away.  Meanwhile, livelihoods and support services throughout the country hang in the balance. Among the many worthy agencies … Read More "Light Up the Night for IRIS Vigil"

Come join us as we embrace the beauty of different cultures from dance performances, cultural walks, and other expressions of heritage.

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The Trump administration has promised and delivered abject chaos to those seeking legal immigration to the United States. Organizations like Integrated Refugee and Immigration Services Connecticut (IRIS) are on the front lines of those seeking legal status in the United States. "Few know more about immigration than organizations that serve the immigrant community like IRIS. We have … Read More "Immigration Conversation with IRIS at the South Windsor Democratic Town Committee Meeting"

JOIN YSEC ON CROSS CAMPUS Earth Fest is Yale's undergraduate vibrant celebration of Earth Day, aiming to inspire and engage students, faculty, and the community in sustainability efforts. This annual event highlights the contributions of student groups, local businesses, and Yale organizations towards a sustainable future. Join us for activities, engagement, and support local businesses … Read More "Earth Fest"

Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Ave., West Hartford, will be hosting author Jonathan Blitzer, staff writer for the New Yorker. Mr. Blitzer is the author of the book, Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here: The United States, Central America, and the Making of a Crisis. He will be at CBI on Wednesday, June 4, 7pm. … Read More "Jonathan Blitzer at Congregation Beth Israel"

The goal of the Milford Connecticut Juneteenth commemoration is to celebrate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States of America. Through this celebration, we seek to highlight the many accomplishments of the African diaspora by showcasing the culture through food, performing arts, and entrepreneurship. We also seek to increase public knowledge by emphasizing … Read More "Celebrate Juneteenth!"

Stamford Interfaith Refugee Settlement (SIRS) and IRIS are pleased to sponsor the screening of the PBS documentary I Come From Away: An Immigrant from Maine, an intimate look inside the immigrant community in Portland, Maine, as told by Nyamuon Nguany Machar, who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee in 1995, and David Zwalita Mota, … Read More "Documentary Screening of the film I come from Away"

To support refugee and immigrant women in honor of World Refugee Day, IRIS will hold a craft fair with art, crafts, desserts, homemade food, henna and more. We hope to see you there! Located at First Presbyterian Church, 704 Whitney Ave., New Haven CT