Every year, the ECDC African Community Center hosts an extraordinary event that welcomes Denver's newest refugee and immigrant community members by sharing an evening of food, friendship, and dancing. This year marks the 19th Annual Refugee First Thanksgiving, and we are thrilled the Denver Sister Cities Axum Committee...
Every year, Denver Sister Cities International has the immense honor of celebrating Ashenda at City of Axum Park.
On August 26, 2024, Denver took another significant step in celebrating cultural diversity and honoring the rich heritage of the Tigrayan community. Councilwoman Shontel Lewis, representing District 8, introduced Proclamation No. 24-1112.
This evening was a powerful reminder of the impact of collaboration and the shared vision of building stronger, more connected communities.
In a Denver Sister Cities Axum Committee event, Community Connections, Senaye Gebremichael, Co-Chair of the Denver Sister Cities Axum Committee, shared his experiences during her visit to Axum, Ethiopia. Denver and Axum have shared a sister city relationship since 1995, fostering cultural events, exchanges and humanitarian support. Senaye's...
This ambitious program aims to connect 500 cities in Africa with cities in the United States over the next five years. Ricki eloquently explained how the new partnerships are created and highlighted the numerous benefits of focusing on Africa, including fostering mutual understanding.