Archway Refugee Connections is thrilled to be celebrating World Refugee Day 2026!

This event is Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Francis Park and be a day of fun including a pickleball tournament, a world market, fun raffles, and food and beverage at Rockwell Beer Garden!

What is World Refugee Day? World Refugee Day, observed annually on June 20, is an international United Nations day dedicated to honoring the courage, resilience and contributions of the over 122 million people world-wide forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution or crisis. It serves to raise awareness of their rights and needs, advocating for global solidarity and lasting solutions.

Who is Archway Refugee Connections? Archway Refugee Connections (formerly Kindness Begins with Me) supports refugee women who have recently resettled in St. Louis and are struggling to access needed services. Our family-centered programming is no-cost and includes 7 core programs: women's social group, English classes, a transportation program, the Afghan Artisan Project, case management, financial literacy and conversation circles. We have served over 750 refugees through our core programs since we began three years ago and continue to serve 200 refugees each week.

This fun, community event will bring St. Louisians together in Francis Park.

THANK YOU to our partners and sponsors, including:

Rockwell Beer Garden
St. Louis City and Francis Park

2026 World Refugee Day Pickleball Tournament

Join Archway Refugee Connections and friends in a pickleball tournament and world market celebrating World Refugee Day!