09-22-19 Austin, MN – NIRV Screening and Discussion at Austin Public Library MN

September 6, 2019

Austin, MINNESOTA

The Austin Human Rights Commission in collaboration with the
Austin Public Library MN present:

Film & Community Conversation: 
New Immigrant and Refugee Visions
Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 2pm-4pm CDT
Austin Public Library MN, 323 4th Ave NE, Austin, Minnesota 55912

“Join us for a viewing of four short films followed by a discussion about how we can work together to build a welcoming community. Films are part of the New Refugee and Immigrant Visions project and light refreshments will be provided.”

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/534026143804522/

Free and open to the public. 

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