Bushra, Zeyad, and their family became U.S. citizens after passing the required testing. A few bridge builders attended the ceremony and then had a celebratory lunch.

An evening discussion with Ahlam Mahmood telling her story of fleeing her home in Iraq, being a humanitarian leader in Syria, friendship with Deborah Campbell, imprisonment, and starting a new life with her family in the United States. Sponsored by North Will/Kendall Deanery, Diocese of Joliet, Council of Catholic Women

First social/parenting luncheon held in honor of Building Peaceful Bridges and ICNA Relief Chicago partnering to support ICNA's exciting outreach program assisting moms of newborns up to six weeks following the delivery of their infants. Additional luncheons will be held to expand the outreach program. Noting the shared experience of motherhood provides a great tool to […]

A traditional Fourth of July celebration honoring the diversity of America and sharing cultural desserts from one's heritage.

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