Mladi Behar dancing at World Refugee Day 2014
Saturday, June 23rd
Downtown Boise
World Refugee Day is an internationally-celebrated cultural event that has become a tradition for thousands of residents in Boise. It is unique in that it showcases the cultures of individuals from around the world, but also acts as an educational tool to help Boiseans learn more about their new neighbors and the plight of refugees worldwide. Because the populations coming to Idaho are often minority groups, World Refugee Day is an opportunity to learn about lesser known people and their traditions, and to gain an appreciation for where they are coming from. It is through celebrations like this that fear and ignorance are countered and a more welcoming community is formed.
Downtown Boise
World Refugee Day is an internationally-celebrated cultural event that has become a tradition for thousands of residents in Boise. It is unique in that it showcases the cultures of individuals from around the world, but also acts as an educational tool to help Boiseans learn more about their new neighbors and the plight of refugees worldwide. Because the populations coming to Idaho are often minority groups, World Refugee Day is an opportunity to learn about lesser known people and their traditions, and to gain an appreciation for where they are coming from. It is through celebrations like this that fear and ignorance are countered and a more welcoming community is formed.
Celebration on the GroveSaturday, June 23rd
Grove Plaza 9:30am-1:00pm Celebrate World Refugee Day with a citizenship ceremony, music, dancing, artisans, and ethnic food More information here! |
Soccer Friendly |
World Refugee Day Boise is put on by resettlement organizations in Boise with support from our sponsors and partners!
World Refugee Day Boise Co-hosts
Idaho Office for refugees1607 W. Jefferson St.
Boise, ID 83702 208.336.4222 |
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