The Hanifi Family Story: “Everyone is equal here.”
Inside a blue and white Minneapolis home shaded by a peaceful, summer canopy of trees, Zalmai Hanifi* sprinkles cardamom in his guests’ green tea. As he passes the teacups, he... READ MORE »
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An update on Afghan refugees
This time last year, the first waves of Afghan refugees began arriving in Minnesota. The world had just watched Kabul fall to Taliban control. As the U.S. military left Afghanistan,... READ MORE »
Welcoming Week: Children’s Books About Immigration
As part of Welcoming Week 2022, we compiled a list of children’s books for learning about immigrant and refugee experiences. Written by authors who are immigrants or come from immigrant... READ MORE »
