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 was Sept. 13-22, 2024.
- Citizenship Day is Sept. 17.
Events
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.