Every year, to kick off the holiday season, MIRA hosts a luncheon at the State House for newly sworn-in U.S citizens and other immigrants and refugees. Elected officials, MIRA members and supporters join us to celebrate our Commonwealth’s rich diversity, share personal stories and make new connections.

This year’s luncheon, in the Hall of Flags, will highlight emerging leaders in our communities, including newly elected officials from the federal, to the state, to the local level. For the second year in a row, we will honor a Young Champion of Justice; we will also hear from Damaris Velásquez, director of programs of Agencia ALPHA, and Rahmatullah Aka, of the International Institute of New England.

All are welcome to join, at no cost, but we ask you to please register so we can plan for food and seating needs. We also gratefully accept donations to cover costs and support our work to advance immigrant rights and integration.

We hope you'll join us for this festive event!