Elena's Light

Nominate a Woman of Influence! ?? Submit your nomination by March 10th: https://lnkd.in/e6qbRVVw Know a woman making a significant impact in immigrant or refugee communities in Connecticut? Nominate her—or yourself—to be honored at our Lighting the Future Award Ceremony. More details about the Gala can be found in bio. #WomenWhoLead #ConnecticutEvents #NonprofitLeadership #WomenInImpact

Happening Today at 2:30pm EST! Join us and Leemah Nasrati, senior staff attorney at International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) for a Know Your Rights Presentation! Available in Dari/ Farsi, Pashto, and English. #KYR #WomensHistoryMonth #Resilience #Virtual

On March 6, 2025, Elena’s Light will host a Know Your Rights session led by Leemah Nasrati, Senior Staff Attorney at International Refugee Assistance Project. This virtual event will explore immigration rights, legal protections, and the resilience of Afghan women. The discussion will be held in English, Dari, and Pashto and is open to all who seek to learn, engage, and support immigrant communities. ?? March 6, 2025 | 2:30 - 4:30 PM (EST) ?? Register and join the conversation. #InternationalWomensDay #ImmigrationRights #WomensResilience #ElenasLight

?? Ramadan Kareem! ??? Ramadan, which began on the evening of March 1st, is a sacred month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community observed by Muslims around the world. It is a time for spiritual renewal, gratitude, and acts of kindness. We recognize and celebrate the strength and resilience during this holy month. May this Ramadan bring peace, joy, and countless blessings to you and your loved ones. #RamadanKareem #RamadanMubarak #Community #ElenasLight

Pictured is one of last year's Lighting the Future honorees, Nour Al Zouabi, recipient of the 2024 Social Justice & Health Equity Award. Her recognition reflects the collective work of those committed to equity, justice, and uplifting refugee communities. The Lighting the Future Awards honor leaders who create lasting impact. Help us spread the word—tag a changemaker, nominate someone inspiring, or share this post to amplify their work. ?? Event Date: April 12, 2025 ?? Nomination Form: https://lnkd.in/eYzyQfVG #LTF2025 #ShareTheLight #NominateNow

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this past weekend's donation drive a success! Your generosity and dedication helped us: - Pack 45 boxes - Support 25 families - Benefit 200+ individuals - Distribute 2,500+ essential items A special thanks to Sami, Dr. Luis, their daughter, our Health Team, Dr. Milburn, and so many more who made this possible. We are also deeply grateful to our partners: Valley Regional High School (VRHS), Amazon, NeighborWorks, and Dwight Hall. And we’re not stopping here! Our next donation round is coming at the end of April, with summer essentials. Follow us on social media to stay involved. #CommunitySupport #Gratitude #HelpingFamilies #TogetherWeRise #ElenasLight

The nomination form is officially open for our second annual Lighting the Future Award Ceremony. Do you know a woman of influence who's making a big impact in the immigrant or refugee communities in Connecticut? Nominate them, or yourself, today. Let's celebrate their brilliance! ?? https://lnkd.in/eYzyQfVG #LightingTheFuture?#NominateNow?#CelebrateExcellence

Refugee and and immigrant communities are under attack—but we refuse to stand by. From February 17–24, 2025, We Are All America is mobilizing communities across the country to rise up for dignity, justice, and humanity. ?? We rise to welcome refugees ?? We rise to protect asylum seekers ?? We rise to defend TPS holders ?? We rise to keep families together Join us by organizing an event in your community! Whether it’s a rally, faith gathering, or advocacy event, every action matters. ?? Find out more & submit your event: https://lnkd.in/e6Kdazr8 #TogetherWeRise #RefugeesWelcome #ImmigrantsWelcome #DefendRefuge #WeAreAllAmerica

Change can be overwhelming, here are some mindfulness practices to help relieve stress and calm your mind and body. Check them out below: 1) Movement & Activity: Go on walks with friends, do some yoga, or dance to your favorite songs 2) Breathing Exercise: Try box breathing, image tracing a box with your breath, inhaling for four seconds, holding your breath for four second, exhaling for four seconds, and holding your breath again for four seconds, then repeating as many times as you like. 3) Expression & Reflection: Express and process your emotions through journaling, art, or talking to a trusted person. #Mindfulness #Yoga #WomensHealth #Family #Calm #Breathwork #Practice

Join us on April 12th from 5-8 p.m. at Dwight Hall at Yale for a special evening dedicated to celebrating the refugee community and the remarkable individuals who, through leadership and determination, serve as beacons of inspiration for a brighter future. This is our second year hosting this event and we know how important it is to come together and celebrate each other. The night will be filled with performances, delicious food, and engaging activities as we come together to celebrate the incredible contributions of refugees. Let’s unite to uplift, recognize, and honor the strength of these individuals who are shaping our future for the better. Food, fun, and a powerful sense of community await you! Come for the inspiration, stay for the celebration!