A BRIEF HISTORY:
Day of the Immigrant was first celebrated in 2010. SSIP, then a small grassroots initiative with no formal structure, led a march through downtown Naperville to bring attention to the need for comprehensive immigration reform. The march and celebration ended with a day of community service. In the years following, the event grew to include a special program to recognize the contributions of immigrants to the community and a day cultural & resource fair.
EVENT OBJECTIVES:
SSIP hopes to continue the growth of the organization and bring valuable information to immigrants of all nationalities.
* Celebrate the contributions of suburban immigrants
* Provide a Resource Fair
* Empower the Immigrant Community
* Showcase a Cultural Exposition
OVER THE YEARS:
Day of the Immigrant 2010: Hosted in Naperville, IL
Day of the Immigrant 2012: Hosted in Bolingbrook, IL
Day of the Immigrant 2013: Hosted in Romeoville, IL
Day of the Immigrant 2014: Hosted in Bolingbrook, IL
Day of the Immigrant 2015: Hosted in Bolingbrook, IL
Day of the Immigrant 2016: Hosted in Bolingbrook, IL
