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Join us on Tuesday & Wednesday, November 18th & 19th at Crasqui restaurant, for the final two dinners in Chef Soleil Ramirez' Cena Entre Panas dinner series. She’ll close the series with two - 6-course dinners at her St. Paul restaurant Crasqui, alongside Chef Hilda Vera-Terhark. All proceeds from the evenings will benefit Alight’s work with displaced families. More details below.
Chef and Restauranteur Soleil Ramirez understands what it means to be an immigrant, and the challenges of seeking safety and starting over. A political refugee herself, Ramirez launched the Cena Entre Panas dinner series early in 2025 to strengthen community and raise funds and awareness for organizations serving immigrants and refugees. And on November 18 and 19, she’ll close the series with two - 6-course dinners at her St. Paul restaurant Crasqui, alongside Chef Hilda Vera-Terhark. All proceeds from the evenings will benefit Alight’s work with displaced families.
Space is limited. Reserve your tickets today for the November 18th seating or the November 19th seating.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Kindler at: ChrisK@WeAreAlight.org
Chef and Restauranteur Soleil Ramirez understands what it means to be an immigrant, and the challenges of seeking safety and starting over. A political refugee herself, Ramirez launched the Cena Entre Panas dinner series early in 2025 to strengthen community and raise funds and awareness for organizations serving immigrants and refugees. And on November 18 and 19, she’ll close the series with two - 6-course dinners at her St. Paul restaurant Crasqui, alongside Chef Hilda Vera-Terhark. All proceeds from the evenings will benefit Alight’s work with displaced families.
Space is limited. Reserve your tickets today for the November 18th seating or the November 19th seating.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Kindler at: ChrisK@WeAreAlight.org
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Community is our Superpower and in honor of World Refugee Day; we are hosting our next Community Tea at the Alight Co-Creation Hub. Food and vibes will be courtesy of Nairobi-based refugee businesses! And you will all get a sneak peek into some research we are doing with 8 Nairobi-based refugee led CBOs.
Community Tea at the Alight Co-Creation Hub
Friday 4 July
3pm – 5pm
Co-hosted by Alight X HIAS X Oram
Everyone is invited and welcome. Feel free to come with someone, just RSVP to emeldaa@wearealight.org by Friday 27th June.
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Food brings us together. It’s universal. Food is a gateway to connect with new people and learn. Please, join your neighbors and newcomers for a morning of getting to know each other through the global food traditions that make the Twin Cities so wonderful. We'll have an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Ukrainian pastries from Kramarczuk's, coffee and tea beverages from Houseparty Coffee, Afghan live music and more!
Join us for Alight’s largest convening of the year, where community and business leaders, Alight customers, and colleagues from around the globe will come together to celebrate the transformative power of our collective impact. The evening includes a reception and a dinner program highlighting stories from those on the displacement journey and those walking alongside them. Tickets are now available, with Friends of Alight tickets available through September 20th (after which tickets increase 10%). To learn more about event sponsorship opportunities, check out our sponsorship overview.
Join us for an enriching virtual roundtable discussion featuring distinguished experts like Justin Gest (George Mason University), Hélène Biandudi Hofer (Good Conflict), and John Brothers (T. Rowe Price Foundation). Nasra Ismail, Alight U.S. Executive Director, will moderate the panel. This webinar will explore how existing communities and newcomers, including refugees and asylum seekers, benefit from one another. We’ll explore labor trends and economic predictions that highlight the importance of welcoming immigrants and refugees in Minnesota and other medium- sized states across the U.S. Our speakers will also delve into why and how tensions arise between newcomers and long-established residents and discuss proactive strategies to address and alleviate these anxieties before they escalate.
Alight’s 30th anniversary celebration in Rwanda is a virtual event designed to commemorate three decades of dedicated work in the country. The gathering will celebrate the hard work and achievements of our staff and look forward to Alight’s future endeavors. This special occasion will bring together the Alight community to reflect on our journey and reaffirm our commitment to supporting displaced people.
Join us live on July 29 at 10 am CST for an insightful conversation with Osop Abdi Ali, Alight’s Protection Manager for Somalia & Somaliland.
We will discuss Alight's impactful work in theregion, highlight key projects, and address topics that matter to you. Submit your questions in advance or during the stream, and we'll be happy to answer them.
The Twin Cities World Refugee Day Festival is back again for 2024 with new performances, art exhibitions, food trucks, and activities for the whole family—and Alight will be there, of course! Prepare to be inspired by the stories of refugees who have overcome incredible challenges and made a positive impact in our community.
Join us at Alight’s office with representatives from key organizations to learn more about the Welcome Corps, a U.S. Department of State initiative that enables Americans to form private sponsor groups to support refugee newcomers.
Friday, June 21 · 3 - 4pm CDT
Sunday, June 23 · 1 - 2pm CDT
This World Refugee Day join us in a conversation celebrating the resilience of communities experiencing displacement and those creating solutions for them. Moderated by Nasra Ismail, Alight U.S. Executive Director and featuring Ami Dar, Executive Director, Idealist.org; Shamil Idriss, CEO, Search for Common Ground; Sonia Di Dino, Executive Director, Alight Central America.
Join our panel of social sector leaders as we explore how engaging the people we serve leads to effective and sustainable solutions tailored to their specific needs. We will share actionable insights that will empower you to make your own contribution to innovative housing initiatives for displaced communities.
Featuring Scott Austin Key, CEO, Every Shelter; Michael Murphy, Founder and CEO, Michael P. Murphy Studio and Thomas Ventulett Chair of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology; Richard C Benton, PhD, IT Manager, Ecolab; Ayan Hassan, Grants and Business Development Coordinator, Alight Horn of Africa Enterprise; and Zohra Zori, Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer, Alight
Join us for an exclusive pitch event showcasing the transformative impact of the Shelter Depot initiative. Hosted by Alight in Minneapolis, this event presents a unique opportunity to delve into our collaborative efforts with Every Shelter to revolutionize transitional housing solutions in Uganda.
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As part of Alight's month-long campaign championing women's resilience, we're hosting a conversation with some of our favorite leaders. Join us for insights from Karen Little (PayPal), Latanya Mapp (Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors), and Eunice Mwende Kiteme (Alight Rwanda), moderated by Alight's US Executive Director Nasra Ismail. We're diving deep on harnessing inspiration, facing challenges head on, and exploring philanthropy's role in leveraging the collective strengths of women worldwide.
This International Women's Day, you’re invited for a night of laughter and fun featuring comedians Trish Cook, Khadijah Cooper, and May Lee-Yang, hosted by KARE11's Karla Hult. There will be fundraising raffles and activities, a cash bar, and food generously sponsored by World Street Kitchen/Milkjam Creamery. Proceeds from the event will support Alight’s work in humanitarian aid and disaster
Chef and Restauranteur Soleil Ramirez understands what it means to be an immigrant, and the challenges of seeking safety and starting over. A political refugee herself, Ramirez launched the Cena Entre Panas dinner series early in 2025 to strengthen community and raise funds and awareness for organizations serving immigrants and refugees. And on November 18 and 19, she’ll close the series with two - 6-course dinners at her St. Paul restaurant Crasqui, alongside Chef Hilda Vera-Terhark. All proceeds from the evenings will benefit Alight’s work with displaced families.
Space is limited. Reserve your tickets today for the November 18th seating or the November 19th seating.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Kindler at: ChrisK@WeAreAlight.org
Chef and Restauranteur Soleil Ramirez understands what it means to be an immigrant, and the challenges of seeking safety and starting over. A political refugee herself, Ramirez launched the Cena Entre Panas dinner series early in 2025 to strengthen community and raise funds and awareness for organizations serving immigrants and refugees. And on November 18 and 19, she’ll close the series with two - 6-course dinners at her St. Paul restaurant Crasqui, alongside Chef Hilda Vera-Terhark. All proceeds from the evenings will benefit Alight’s work with displaced families.
Space is limited. Reserve your tickets today for the November 18th seating or the November 19th seating.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Kindler at: ChrisK@WeAreAlight.org
Community is our Superpower and in honor of World Refugee Day; we are hosting our next Community Tea at the Alight Co-Creation Hub. Food and vibes will be courtesy of Nairobi-based refugee businesses! And you will all get a sneak peek into some research we are doing with 8 Nairobi-based refugee led CBOs.
Community Tea at the Alight Co-Creation Hub
Friday 4 July
3pm – 5pm
Co-hosted by Alight X HIAS X Oram
Everyone is invited and welcome. Feel free to come with someone, just RSVP to emeldaa@wearealight.org by Friday 27th June.
Food brings us together. It’s universal. Food is a gateway to connect with new people and learn. Please, join your neighbors and newcomers for a morning of getting to know each other through the global food traditions that make the Twin Cities so wonderful. We'll have an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Ukrainian pastries from Kramarczuk's, coffee and tea beverages from Houseparty Coffee, Afghan live music and more!
Join us for Alight’s largest convening of the year, where community and business leaders, Alight customers, and colleagues from around the globe will come together to celebrate the transformative power of our collective impact. The evening includes a reception and a dinner program highlighting stories from those on the displacement journey and those walking alongside them. Tickets are now available, with Friends of Alight tickets available through September 20th (after which tickets increase 10%). To learn more about event sponsorship opportunities, check out our sponsorship overview.
Join us for an enriching virtual roundtable discussion featuring distinguished experts like Justin Gest (George Mason University), Hélène Biandudi Hofer (Good Conflict), and John Brothers (T. Rowe Price Foundation). Nasra Ismail, Alight U.S. Executive Director, will moderate the panel. This webinar will explore how existing communities and newcomers, including refugees and asylum seekers, benefit from one another. We’ll explore labor trends and economic predictions that highlight the importance of welcoming immigrants and refugees in Minnesota and other medium- sized states across the U.S. Our speakers will also delve into why and how tensions arise between newcomers and long-established residents and discuss proactive strategies to address and alleviate these anxieties before they escalate.
Alight’s 30th anniversary celebration in Rwanda is a virtual event designed to commemorate three decades of dedicated work in the country. The gathering will celebrate the hard work and achievements of our staff and look forward to Alight’s future endeavors. This special occasion will bring together the Alight community to reflect on our journey and reaffirm our commitment to supporting displaced people.
Join us live on July 29 at 10 am CST for an insightful conversation with Osop Abdi Ali, Alight’s Protection Manager for Somalia & Somaliland.
We will discuss Alight's impactful work in theregion, highlight key projects, and address topics that matter to you. Submit your questions in advance or during the stream, and we'll be happy to answer them.
The Twin Cities World Refugee Day Festival is back again for 2024 with new performances, art exhibitions, food trucks, and activities for the whole family—and Alight will be there, of course! Prepare to be inspired by the stories of refugees who have overcome incredible challenges and made a positive impact in our community.
Join us at Alight’s office with representatives from key organizations to learn more about the Welcome Corps, a U.S. Department of State initiative that enables Americans to form private sponsor groups to support refugee newcomers.
Friday, June 21 · 3 - 4pm CDT
Sunday, June 23 · 1 - 2pm CDT
This World Refugee Day join us in a conversation celebrating the resilience of communities experiencing displacement and those creating solutions for them. Moderated by Nasra Ismail, Alight U.S. Executive Director and featuring Ami Dar, Executive Director, Idealist.org; Shamil Idriss, CEO, Search for Common Ground; Sonia Di Dino, Executive Director, Alight Central America.
Join our panel of social sector leaders as we explore how engaging the people we serve leads to effective and sustainable solutions tailored to their specific needs. We will share actionable insights that will empower you to make your own contribution to innovative housing initiatives for displaced communities.
Featuring Scott Austin Key, CEO, Every Shelter; Michael Murphy, Founder and CEO, Michael P. Murphy Studio and Thomas Ventulett Chair of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology; Richard C Benton, PhD, IT Manager, Ecolab; Ayan Hassan, Grants and Business Development Coordinator, Alight Horn of Africa Enterprise; and Zohra Zori, Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer, Alight
Join us for an exclusive pitch event showcasing the transformative impact of the Shelter Depot initiative. Hosted by Alight in Minneapolis, this event presents a unique opportunity to delve into our collaborative efforts with Every Shelter to revolutionize transitional housing solutions in Uganda.
As part of Alight's month-long campaign championing women's resilience, we're hosting a conversation with some of our favorite leaders. Join us for insights from Karen Little (PayPal), Latanya Mapp (Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors), and Eunice Mwende Kiteme (Alight Rwanda), moderated by Alight's US Executive Director Nasra Ismail. We're diving deep on harnessing inspiration, facing challenges head on, and exploring philanthropy's role in leveraging the collective strengths of women worldwide.
This International Women's Day, you’re invited for a night of laughter and fun featuring comedians Trish Cook, Khadijah Cooper, and May Lee-Yang, hosted by KARE11's Karla Hult. There will be fundraising raffles and activities, a cash bar, and food generously sponsored by World Street Kitchen/Milkjam Creamery. Proceeds from the event will support Alight’s work in humanitarian aid and disaster
Stay connected and learn how we respond to emergencies, amplify displaced voices, and provide sanctuary for those facing adversity.