Women across the world face prejudice at work, school, home and everywhere else in their communities. In St. Louis, why can’t we lead the way to a more inclusive society that puts gender at the forefront?

Get tickets to our panel this May: bit.ly/iistl-May16-24…

We're excited to share that the International Institute Community Development Corporation will host financial literacy sessions for clients and the public for the next few weeks.

Join us on Friday to learn more about banking basics.

Next week, we're honoring crime victim's with a screening of Disney's Holes followed by a panel of local trafficking experts.

RSVP: bit.ly/3Jd1d38

We're only a week away from the Race for Refugees!

Sign up for our family-friendly, chip-timed 5k or 1-mile Fun Run: bit.ly/race4ref6

Want to double your impact? Sponsor a refugee from our teen program so they can participate in the race!

Join us next Friday for some Brazilian food from 🇧🇷 Samba Bom Inc!

Devon Cahill will also perform a live set. IISTL clients can receive in-kind food starting at 1PM.

We hope to see you there!

Immigrants like Haytham Mastkalo of Affton, who fled Syria during the civil war and settled in St. Louis, now have a chance to reconnect with family members who remain in refugee camps across the world through Welcome Corps.

Read the full story: thestl.com/community/arri…

'We are providing a holistic approach to help all immigrants thrive and make St. Louis their preferred home city. ' Arrey Obenson at #Welcominginteractive2024
Welcoming America

More than 60,000 refugees came to the United States last year.

Right now, the International Institute is serving a high number of new arrivals. You can help support our newest neighbors by registering for the race or making a donation.

bit.ly/race4ref6

Job Opening: International Institute of St. Louis is hiring for a Community Relations Coordinator buff.ly/4atOm8G #jobs #STL

New Story: At the International Institute of St. Louis, a new federal program, Welcome Corps,invites American citizens to sponsor refugees as they build new lives. 🖋: Cheryl Baehr📷: R.J. Hartbeck thestl.com/community/arri… #STLMade 🇺🇸 International Institute of St. Louis

The time has arrived ⌛ Applications for the 2024 Festival of Nations are open!

🌏 Showcase your culture through art, food, music, dance, clothing, jewelry & more.

Apply now: festofnations.com/get-involved

A Congolese sponsor group paid it forward when welcoming Venezuelan refugees. Twelve members of a community nonprofit—the Association for Congolese in Austin (ACA)—expanded their mission, their community, and their hearts to welcome a Venezuelan family through the Welcome Corps.

Join us in our favorite park this April to celebrate community and stay active! This family-friendly event includes a 5k race & 1-mile fun run.

Use the code “R4R2024” during check out and receive $5 off your order.

Register now: bit.ly/race4ref6

Last week, over 80 people attended the Path to Citizenship, an event hosted by the International Institute to provide important information to immigrants in 12 different languages.

Learn more about our education services: iistl.org/education

✨ This Friday, join our Community Bazaar from 12-3 at the International Institute where Colombian cafe Maize & Wheat will have lunch available for purchase.

🌈 Celia Rainbow will be performing a live acoustic set beginning at 12:30.

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🏃 Race for Refugees | April 21, 2024 Tower Grove Park

March 30th is the last chance to register for the 5k race at the early bird rate. A 1-mile fun run option is also available!

Register now: bit.ly/race4ref6

Time is running out to apply for the Afghan women entrepreneur small business loan!

Applications close on March 31. A detailed business plan is required.

Apply now: iistl.org/afghan-entrepr…

The Race for Refugees is back in 2024!

Join us in Tower Grove Park April 21 for a fun run and 5k for the whole family.

Register by March 30 for early registration pricing. Registration open through April 20: bit.ly/race4ref6

Join us in supporting our #CharityoftheMonth , International Institute of St. Louis! Our employees have chosen this incredible organization, which provides opportunities for immigrants and refugees to thrive in order to create a welcoming, prosperous, and healthy region for all. iistl.org/volunteer/

Our Path to Citizenship event is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about citizenship!

Interpretation is available. Register now: bit.ly/3T5MsU2