A large indoor event with many people visiting tables around a central decorative fountain, in a spacious hall with high ceilings, tiled floor, and vendors displaying various items and posters.

World Refugee Day

Sat Jun 21, 10AM–2PM

Gather at The Joslyn to celebrate Omaha’s rich diversity while learning about issues facing the city’s refugee population. Our resettled refugee communities have overcome unbelievable odds to find peace and freedom in Omaha. Come to explore their stories, talents, and cultures. Free event; all are welcome.

Art, Community Resources & Health Fair
10 am–2 pm | Throughout the Museum

Speaker Series | Abbott Hall
10:30 am – “Refugees 101” presented by Der Yang, Director of Refugee Services at CIRA (Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement)
11:30 am – “Rooted in Resilience” panel discussion presented by Manger Baw, Founder, Knyaw Academy; Husna Faizi, Afghan High School Student; Luis Marcos, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Communicad Maya Pixan; Adama Sawadogo, Founder & Executive Director, African Immigrant Family Services; moderated by Mustafa Babak, Executive Director, Afghan-American Foundation

Food Fair
11 am–1 pm | Community Room & Courtyard Garden
Sample global cuisine from local providers.

Cultural Performances
12:30–2 pm | Witherspoon Hall
African Immigrant Family Services Youth Drumming
Dance performance by Filipino American Organization of Metro Omaha
Dance performance by Karen Culture Organization of Omaha

World Refugee Day is hosted by The Joslyn and brought to you by the Omaha Refugee Task Force. Lead sponsors: Sherwood Foundation, Methodist Health System, United Healthcare

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