We invite you to join AARW’s 45th Anniversary Gala, a powerful gathering celebrating our resilience, victories, and the deep connections that sustain us! Every five years, we come together to honor our history, recognize the organizers and visionaries who paved the way, and recommit ourselves to the work that lies ahead. 

This celebration is an opportunity to nourish our spirits, build solidarity, and strengthen the movement for justice. In a time of growing uncertainty, especially for our immigrant community, this event reminds us that we are not alone—we are part of a powerful, intergenerational community that continues to rise, resist, and reimagine a future where we all thrive.

45 Years Rooted: Cultivating Community Power

Saturday, May 17 | 6:00-9:00 pm

University of Massachusetts Boston Ballroom

Our 45th Anniversary design is by AARW member and artist, Shaina Lu

Now more than ever, it’s important to strengthen the community organizations that we have built from the ground up for the fight ahead.
Join us to celebrate 45 years of grassroots movement building and our community’s collective power!

Ways you can get involved:

  • Become a table captain – recruit friends and loved ones to sponsor a table

  • Host a “house party” or small fundraiser in your community to build support for AARW

  • Help us recruit sponsors for the event – your school or workplace, local businesses, institutions, community groups, and more

  • Invite AARW to speak about our work at your club or organization in early 2025

  • Offer complimentary or discounted services for the gala event 

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