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SUMMARY:RSVP for Community Appreciation & Awards Ceremony Oct 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited!\nBACI Annual Community Appreciation and Awards Ceremony 2026\nThe Burmese American Community Institute (BACI) warmly invites community members\, friends\, supporters\, and partners to join us for our Annual Community Appreciation and Awards Ceremony! \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026\n🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📍 Venue: CEBC Life Center\, 5610 S. Meridian Street\, Indianapolis\, IN \nThis special evening is dedicated to celebrating the achievements of our community and recognizing outstanding individuals\, organizations\, and partners whose accomplishments\, leadership\, service\, and contributions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of others. \nWe invite you to nominate outstanding individuals and organizations who make a meaningful difference in our community! Categories include Community Leadership | Education | Business | and more via the Nomination Form. \nWe look forward to coming together in a spirit of gratitude\, unity\, and celebration as we honor those who help build a stronger and more vibrant community. \nSponsorship Opportunities Available\nWe warmly welcome individuals\, businesses\, organizations\, and community partners to become sponsors and supporters of this meaningful event. \nYour sponsorship will not only help make this celebration possible but will also directly support BACI’s impactful programs and services and the BACI Burmese Community Center Building Project — Creating a HOME for All. \nOur vision is to create a welcoming and inclusive HOME: \n\nWhere children can play\, learn\, and grow.\nWhere young people can develop their skills\, talents\, and leadership potential.\nWhere families can access essential support\, resources\, and opportunities.\nWhere individuals can stay connected to their community\, culture\, and heritage.\nWhere newcomers can find belonging\, friendship\, and hope.\nWhere the broader community can come together to learn\, connect\, grow\, and thrive.\n\nTogether\, we are not simply building a community center — we are creating a HOME for All and investing in a stronger future for generations to come. \nTo become a sponsor\, please complete our Sponsorship Interest Form or contact us at info@thebaci.org. \nRSVP by October 22\, 2026\nWe kindly ask all guests planning to attend the ceremony to RSVP no later than Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\, to help us make appropriate arrangements for the event. \nWe look forward to celebrating with you and honoring the people and partnerships that make our community stronger. \nThank you for your continued friendship\, generosity\, partnership\, and support! \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Are you interested in individual tickets or group table?IndividualGroupHow many guests will you be bringing (a table sits up to 10 persons)?Just me+1+2+3+4+5+7+8+9What are your or your guest(s) dietary restrictions?NoneVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeOtherIf other...Please elaborate on any dietary restrictions that apply\, or let us know if there's anything else you'd like to tell us. Hope to see you soonSubmit  \n 
URL:https://thebaci.org/event/rsvp-for-community-appreciation-awards-ceremony-oct-27-2026/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awards and Honors,Community,Conference & Event,Cultural and People,Employment,Food and People,Health,Higher Education,Humanitarian Aids,Immigration and Legal Services,Partnership and Collaboration
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Spring Flowers International Conference on Myanmar
DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Spring Flowers \nInternational Conference on Myanmar \nFebruary 11-14\, 2026 \nIn conjunction with \na celebration of Myanmar Union Day \nFebruary 14\, 2026 \nIn an effort to support peace and democracy in Myanmar (Burma)\, the Burmese American Community Institute (BACI) in partnership with co-host and collaborators\, will be hosting the 5th Spring Flowers International Conference on Myanmar from February 11 to 14\, 2026. The conference will bring together local\, national\, and international actors from diverse backgrounds. Its outcome will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction and vision of the future of Myanmar as we contribute to building a democratic and federal Union of Myanmar. The conference objectives are: \nConference objectives: \n\nPromoting critical analysis and deeper understanding of the challenges Myanmar is currently facing\,\nStrengthening a common understanding of the challenges and opportunities in forging a strong and unified response to help resolve the conflict in Myanmar and in developing strategies and approaches to building a new Myanmar\, and\nBringing together stakeholders from diverse backgrounds\, including elected representatives\, government officials\, EAOs/EROs\, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, civil society organizations (CSOs)\, diaspora groups\, women and youth groups\, rights groups\, media\, academics\, etc. to strengthen a path to achieve a unified vision and strategy.\n\nThe program will include keynote speeches and panel presentations of academic papers. Musical and cultural performances will also be featured. \nExpected outcome of the conference includes generation of innovative ideas that help inform a common vision for a new Myanmar and provide strategic priorities and policy guidance for the democracy movement as well as help find solutions to the ongoing conflict in the country in the short term and the long-term development\, peace\, and prosperity for a new Myanmar. \nThis hybrid event – February 11-12 hosted virtually\, and February 14 organized in-person in Indianapolis – will draw hundreds of youths\, students and friends of Myanmar from around the world. Some sessions will be live-streamed. \nDownload Academic Panel Program Agenda HERE  \nTo attend this event\, resister HERE:
URL:https://thebaci.org/event/5th-annual-spring-flowers-international-conference-on-myanmar/
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CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Conference & Event,Higher Education,Humanitarian Aids
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SUMMARY:Help Rebuild Lives after Myanmar Earthquake
DESCRIPTION:A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has claimed 4\,000 lives\, injured 5\,000 and destroyed and damaged 50\,000+ homes. This devastating quake has destroyed schools\, hospitals\, and other buildings across Sagaing and Mandalay regions.  \nWhile medical help\, food\, drinking water and sanitation are urgently needed for the people affected including children and women\, it will take years to rebuild their lives. We have trusted partners in the country who can reach the most vulnerable and isolated communities who have been affected by this devastating quake. We will deliver your donation with 100% funds directly going to the victims as they rebuild their lives.\n\nDonate via Zelle: 317-408-8174\nClick HERE To Donate via Global Giving
URL:https://thebaci.org/event/help-rebuild-lives-after-myanmar-earthquake/
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