SEWA - AIFW

03/05/2026

Come spend International Women's Day this Sunday from 11am to 5pm at SEWA-AIFW (6645 James Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430) for our South Asian Women's Small Business Bazaar! Join us to support local entrepreneurs and businesses, and shop for unique finds!

03/02/2026

Join us this International Women's Day on March 8 2026 for our South Asian Women's Small Business Bazaar at SEWA-AIFW! Support local entrepreneurs and their businesses, discover unique items and enjoy a cultural shopping experience!

02/27/2026

We hope you join us for Nourish & Connect: A community gathering! We have games, prizes, free services and more lined up!

02/27/2026

Make sure to join us tomorrow for our Nourish & Connect: A Community Celebration happening from 12PM to 4PM at SEWA-AIFW (6645 James Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430)!

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02/24/2026

Join us this weekend for Nourish & Connect: A Community Gathering at SEWA-AIFW (6645 James Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430) from 12PM to 4PM! We will enjoy a meal together along with games, prizes, activities and more!

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02/12/2026

We asked, you listened, and gave us all that we need generously. A huge thank you to all donors and volunteers who have helped us graciously with donation needs for our mutual aid program. Thanks to your unwavering support, we have been able to get families what they need during these difficult times.

Interested in donating or volunteering? Check out our website for more! https://www.sewa-aifw.org/donations

02/09/2026

Join us for our next Chai & Chat Women’s Group as we will be learning about Bystander Intervention Training!

Not sure how to respond when you witness anti-Asian harassment? Join SEWA-AIFW for a free, 1-hour training featuring a video series from Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC and Right To Be, and learn the 5D’s of Bystander Intervention to safely step in. Snacks and chai will be provided!

📅 Sat, Feb 21
⏰ 3–5 PM (Chai & snacks at 3 PM, training at 3:30 PM)
📍 SEWA-AIFW ( 6645 James Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430)

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02/03/2026

We are seeking dedicated volunteers and supporters as we launch our South Asian–specific Mutual Aid Program, an initiative created to directly support community members during times of need. This program is rooted in community care and aims to ensure culturally responsive, timely assistance for individuals and families. We are looking for volunteers to assist with transportation support, food and supply donations, distribution efforts, and other essential services. We also welcome monetary donations, which will be used to directly address urgent community needs, including groceries, basic household supplies, and emergency assistance.

Sign up to volunteer: https://forms.office.com/r/7XtvAB2R2v
Monetary donations: https://donorbox.org/sewa-aifw-2026-mutual-aid
For questions or additional information, please contact Addo@sewa-aifw.org.

01/30/2026

We are honored to be part of the AAPIs United is a Twin Cities–based collaborative hub connecting Asian American and Pacific Islander communities to support families during times of crisis. Working with trusted nonpartisan partners like Coalition of Asian American Leaders - CAAL , Future of Us , CAPI, MN8, and Transforming Generations the network provides access to food, housing, legal aid, mental health services, and more. Community connectioms help strengthen connection, advocacy, and small business support across MN. Learn more by visiting https://aapiunited.net/

01/27/2026

SAPNA- Our Hopes and Dreams

Today’s story features the dedicated individuals who have devoted their time, energy and care to the SAPNA program, bringing hope and joy to South Asian families in need of additional support for children with neurodivergent diagnoses. “We are not creating programs for the sake of creating programs. We are creating programs to help families and individuals. And when we find these points of connection where people really resonate with a program, and the impact that it’s having on families, then we are on this journey of understanding what it means to be neurodivergent in the South Asian community....

Today’s story features the dedicated individuals who have devoted their time, energy and care to the SAPNA program, bringing hope and joy to South Asian families in need of additional support for c…

01/21/2026

Join us for our upcoming Chai &Chat art-based therapy session happening this January 31st online from 2PM to 4PM. Neurographic doodling is a gentle, therapeutic drawing technique that combines psychology, mindfulness, and creative expression. It is also is a free‑flow drawing practice based on making organic, interconnected lines and shapes. The goal is not to create a “perfect” drawing—it’s to help your brain relax, rewire patterns, and express inner thoughts non‑verbally. Our own resident artist and psychotherapist Shradha Ahmed will guide this session.

Open to women and girls of all ages. You will just require some paper and pens/pencils/ crayons. More details will be given closer to the event. If you want to attend, register below. We will send you a zoom link closer to the day. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/6qhxCmZzn3

01/14/2026

Join us for a free Health and vaccine Clinic on Sunday, January 18th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hindu Temple, 10530 Troy Ln N, Maple Grove, MN 55311.

Health Clinic: Take advantage of our free health screenings, including:

- Blood Pressure

- Blood Glucose Screening

- Physician Consultation

- Nutritional Consultation

Resources: Access our health resources, including:

- PPEs & Rapid Test Kits

- Medical Referrals

- SEWA-AIFW Program Resources

Important: No registration required, walk-ins only. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your health!

For more information, visit www.sewa-aifw.org or call 952-905-4640.