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World Refugee Day
June 20, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Badger, Project Home, and the Monadnock Mindfulness Center for a special community event honoring World Refugee Day on Tuesday, June 20th in Keene.
The United Nations designated World Refugee Day to celebrate the strength and courage of people forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. Each year, communities unite to build empathy and understanding for refugees’ plight and recognize their resilience in rebuilding their lives.
When: Tuesday, June 20 at 5:00 pm ET (rain or shine)
Where: Mt. Monadnock Labyrinth & Peace Pole, Airport Road
What: Community celebration of World Refugee Day
Who: Special address by Alejandro Herrera, Project Home founding member
FREE community event. All ages are welcome!
As part of the ceremony, participants will be invited to walk the stone sculpture at the Mt. Monadnock Labyrinth to reflect on and deepen their internal experience, compassion, and recognition of the ongoing struggles and challenges refugees face.
