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Global Gala

Still We Rise: An Evening of Resilience, Hope and the Road Ahead

Join us for the 26th annual Global Gala!

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Thursday, April 23, 2026
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.


3800 S Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502

Join the celebration

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, community at our 26th Annual Fundraiser. Still We Rise honors the resilience of the individuals and communities we serve, the hope that carries us forward, and the shared responsibility we hold as we look toward the road ahead.

The evening will feature a delightful dinner, breathtaking performances, and moments of reflection that spotlight stories of perseverance and possibility. Guests will have the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking conversations and participate in live and silent auctions featuring unique items and experience - all in support of a mission that creates lasting impact.

Throughout the night, you’ll hear firsthand how your support helps NNIC continue its work building bridges of understanding and fostering global engagement through international exchanges, refugee resettlement, and language access.

Dress your best, bring your generous self, and join us as we rise together - grounded in resilience, guided by hope, and committed to shaping a more inclusive and welcoming future.

Ticket sales begin February 17, 2026.

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Meet our keynote speaker

Michele Sumilas, National Engagement Director

This year's keynote speaker is Michele Sumilas, National Engagement Director of the .

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is a bipartisan network of 500 businesses, nonprofits, and leaders across all 50 states supporting strategic investments in diplomacy and international assistance - alongside defense - to advance U.S. interests and leadership.

The Global Gala is a celebration of everything we stand for and accomplish.

The celebrations reflect NNIC’s collective impact in bridging cultures through our empowering programs which build a more connected and harmonious world.

Refugee Resettlement

Our resettlement team has supported over 1,200 refugees and asylees, marking the largest number of individuals and families we’ve helped toward self-sufficiency since our efforts began in 2016. This year marks the 10th anniversary of NNIC’s resettlement program. Each success story reinforces our commitment to empowering these individuals and families. We continue to work diligently to provide the support and resources needed for a successful transition.

Language Bank

As part of our commitment to ensuring that language is never a barrier to equal access to justice, housing, employment, education, or other essential services, our Language Bank continues to provide critical services to legal, business, and social service partners throughout the community. Our interpreters and translators are not just language experts—they are cultural mediators. With services available in over 300 languages, we help bridge communication gaps and promote inclusion.