What is it
During Welcoming Week, we welcome immigrants and refugees. We also share information and resources about how to become a US citizen.
When
Welcoming Week falls during the week of Citizenship Day every year.
- Welcoming Week is Sept. 13-22, 2024.
- Citizenship Day is Sept. 17.
Events
Join us at any of these free events.
Welcoming Week resolution before City Council
Thursday, Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m.
Third floor Council chambers, Public Service Center, 505 S. 4th Ave.
Watch live on the City of Minneapolis YouTube channel
Twin Cities monthly immigration forum - Welcoming Week edition
Thurs., Sept. 12, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Join online over Microsoft Teams
Or call in (audio only) at +1 612-276-6670 with meeting ID 365504388#
Learning lab on engaging with immigrant and refugee communities
Friday, Sept. 13, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Public Service Building, 505 4th Ave. S.
Registration required
Welcoming Week celebration & citizenship and immigration resource fair
Saturday, Sept. 14, 1 - 4 p.m.
South Minneapolis CareerForce, 777 E. Lake Street.
Welcoming Week closing celebration & citizenship and immigration resource fair
Saturday, Sept. 21, 1 - 4 p.m.
Rice Street Library, 1011 Rice Street, Saint Paul.
Why
The City of Minneapolis is part of a network called Welcoming America. Welcoming cities believe that when everyone feels like they belong, we all benefit. As a welcoming city, we host annual events for Welcoming Week.