Albanians for America (AFA) continues expanding its reach across Albanian-American communities throughout the United States, strengthening relationships, building partnerships, and advancing a unified voice for advocacy.
During the week of May 3, AFA had the privilege of hosting meet-and-greet events, including a luncheon and dinner with Congressman Keith Self and members of the Albanian-American community in Chicago. AFA also helped facilitate connections between the Chicago Albanian-American community and their local representative, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, reinforcing one of AFA’s core missions: building lasting relationships between Albanian-American communities and elected officials across the country.
The visit also included participation in the annual *Mbrëmja Kërçovare 2026*, where AFA members were warmly welcomed by the Chicago Albanian-American community.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the organizers, volunteers, community leaders, and sponsors whose efforts made this relationship-building trip possible. Your hospitality, dedication, and commitment to strengthening our community continue to move us forward.
Special thanks to:
• Vullnet Dervishi & Bruno Ceka – Albanian American Organization for North Macedonia
• Luan Elezi, Ilir Zenku & Arber Ibraimi – Chicago volunteers
• Shkëlqim Saliu & Burim Saliu – Luncheon sponsors and hosts
• Matt Ahmeti – Dinner sponsor and host
• Edon Shaqire & Elton Ademi – Albanian American Community of Illinois
• Miz Ramadani – Shoqata USKANA
• Fatos Brahimi – Shoqata Dardania
