We are thrilled to welcome Sola Mahfouz to talk about her new book, Defiant Dreams, a searing, deeply personal memoir of a tenacious Afghan girl who educated herself behind closed […]

We are thrilled to partner with the Syrian Community Network in welcoming Dr. Nour Akhras to talk about her new book, Just One: A Journey of Perseverance and Conviction,  which […]

2901 West Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 600266:30 - 9:00 pmCan't make it to the event, but still want to donate to help newcomer families?This event is over.NEW! Donate using Zelle. […]

BPB is pleased to co-sponsor this important conversation. The event is free, but please register so we know that your coming!

We are thrilled to welcome Stephanie Saldaña to talk about her book, What We Remember Will Be Saved: A Story of Refugees and the Things They Carry. Eggplant seeds, a […]

Urban Institute - Afghan Resettlement Status We are pleased to welcome Diana Guelespe, PhD, Urban Institute, and Jessica Darrow, PhD, University of Chicago, to BPB’s Learning Luncheon which focuses on […]

2901 West Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 600266:15 - 9:30 pmJoin us in celebrating Building Peaceful Bridges’ at our 6th Annual Event happening this year on Thursday November 14th, 2024 at […]

We are thrilled to welcome Marjan Kamali to talk about her book, The Lion Women of Tehran, a heartfelt, epic novel of friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against three transformative […]

2901 West Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 600266:15 - 9:30 pmWednesday, November 12, 2025 EVENT IS SOLD OUT! SEND EMAIL TO kevin@bpbgroup.org to be put on a wait list. We will […]