Human Migration Institute

Community, connection, and joy 💝

This past weekend, HMI partnered with P.O.D.E.R. and SOS to bring families together for an afternoon filled with food, face painting, board games, soccer, and meaningful community connection. ⚽🎨🎲

From children making new friends to families sharing laughter and conversation, the gathering created a welcoming space where everyone could feel a sense of belonging. Events like these remind us that strong communities are built through shared experiences, mutual support, and opportunities to come together.

A heartfelt thank you to our partners, volunteers, and every family who joined us and helped make the day so special. We look forward to creating more opportunities for connection in the future.

💙 Together, we build stronger communities.

Visit HMIR.ORG to see how you can get involved.

HMI friends and family members 💝 join us for a fun afternoon of food, face painting, board games, and soccer ⚽️ bring your families to the AI knoll on Sunday, May 30th from 3pm to 6pm for an unforgettable evening with kids and fun 🤩

🍿A night to relax, laugh, and just be kids ✨

Our Afghan Refugee School Impact (ARSI) students came together at the HMI office for a fun and well deserved movie night featuring the newly released KPop Demon Hunters.

It was a simple but meaningful evening where students could gather, relax, and enjoy time together in a space where they feel safe, supported, and welcomed. Moments like these remind us how important joy, connection, and community are for young people adjusting to new environments.

At HMI, creating belonging goes beyond services and support. It also means making space for children to build friendships, make memories, and simply enjoy being kids 💛

💛 Want to support programs like ARSI?
Donate, volunteer, or learn more about our work at
🔗 hmir.org