I AM LIKE YOU
Je suis comme toi · Ich bin wie du · Soy como tú
Be part of something bigger. Build belonging. Shape democracy.
What if your voice, your story, and your experience could help shape the future of your new home?
Join a diverse community of new citizens, migrants, and allies for an inspiring gathering centered on belonging, participation, and purpose. This event brings together people who have chosen to build their lives in a new country and are ready to actively contribute to society.
Organized by SOMOS New Citizens, a growing movement from Zurich, this gathering is about empowering every new citizen to act with purpose and take an active role in democracy.
Whether you are newly naturalised, recently arrived, or have long navigated life between cultures, this event is for you.
What to Expect
Getting to know the project
Meet the leaders of this project
Opportunities to connect with people who share similar journeys
Join the community
Location
Impact Viadukt
Who Should Attend?
Everyone is welcome, especially:
Naturalised citizens
Migrants who have chosen a new home
Individuals interested in civic engagement and community-building
Accessibility, handicap, and barrier-free.
No prior involvement is required.
Event Teaser
Be part of the first step.
Be part of the movement.
Join SOMOS New Citizens and meet people who, like you, are ready to shape democracy, build belonging, and create impact in their new home.
SOMOS New citizens is a Primavera de Paz project, supported by PLURAL; Balboa and ImpactHub Zurich
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