We Strengthen Our City By Welcoming Our World

Welcoming Week 2025

Welcoming Week brings together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.

September 12-21, 2025

Friday, Sept. 12

Global Cleveland International Job and Resource Fair

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cuyahoga County Public Library – Parma-Snow Branch

2121 Snow Road, Parma, Ohio 44134

Monday, Sept. 15

Global Cleveland's Celebrity Bartender Fundraiser

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Collison Bend Brewery

1250 Old River Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113

Wednesday, Sept. 17

Special Naturalization Ceremony for Constitution Day

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

St. Martin de Porres High School

6202 St Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103

Thursday, Sept. 18

Sister Cities Flag Dedication and Sub-National Diplomatic Networking

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Cleveland Public Library-Louis Stokes Wing, Atrium 

525 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

Friday, Sept. 19

Annual Global Cleveland Volunteer Day

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Multiple Locations

Sponsorship Opportunities

Supporting Welcoming Week demonstrates your organization’s commitment to welcoming international newcomers to our city and region while increasing brand awareness in our international community.

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Thank You To Our Bronze Sponsors