East King County Welcoming Week

East King County Celebrates Welcoming Week

SEPTEMBER 12-21

This year is the 10th year that East King County cities have participated in the International Annual Welcoming Week celebration started in 2012 by Welcoming America. The annual campaign connects neighbors of all backgrounds through activities and events that foster a mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants, and build a deeper sense of belonging for all. This year’s theme is Stories We Tell. Check out the calendar below plus more events sponsored by the YMCA and the King County Library System.

Individuals and groups can organize events in honor of Welcoming Week. See more information about how to get involved at Welcoming America. They created an extensive toolkit with many resources for hosting events.

Welcoming Week Giving Campaign: learn about – and donate to – nonprofits in East King County that are supporting neighbors impacted by expansive immigration enforcement.

Ongoing Work

Safe Haven

Since 2016 Eastside cities have issued a joint Welcoming Week proclamation with shared commitments to welcoming and inclusion. Visit your City Council’s website in September to find out when they’re reading the proclamation. Here’s a copy of 2024’s:

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Safe Haven

Welcoming Week activities are part of broader work happening in East King County to support immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Check out Safe Haven to connect with immigrant leaders and organizations. Join monthly meetings and calls to action.

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Cross-Cultural Connections

Connect with local individuals & groups supporting cross-cultural experiences. Thank you to the City of Bellevue for the directory formed as part of their Cross-Cultural Center without Walls effort. Please learn more about local resources and support their work.

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East King County Celebrates Welcoming Week

SEPTEMBER 12-21

Community Calendar

Ongoing Work

Safe Haven

Safe Haven

Cross-Cultural Connections

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