What Does It Mean to Belong? Understanding Citizenship Beyond Passports

Meetup Details:
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 2 hours
Location: San Marco Park, 1 San Carlo, Irvine, CA 92614
Restrooms: Available
Parking: In the park
Meeting Point: Park your car at the lot, walk toward the left side past the restrooms, and continue straight ahead until you see a picnic mat on a patch of grass.
Things to Bring: Bring a blanket or picnic mat to sit on

Discussion:
Citizenship is often defined by legal status or nationality — but in today’s interconnected world, the meaning of citizenship goes far beyond a passport or place of birth. Join us for a thoughtful, open discussion where we’ll explore the deeper dimensions of what it means to be a citizen or global citizen in the 21st century.

Guiding questions we’ll explore together:

• What does it really mean to be a citizen or global citizen — beyond legal definitions?
• What are our civil responsibilities — to our neighborhoods, cities, countries, and the wider global community?
• How do immigration, migration, or exile shape one’s sense of citizenship and belonging?
• What challenges and opportunities come with holding multiple cultural or national identities?
• How can we build inclusive communities where people from diverse backgrounds feel empowered to participate fully?

Whether you’re a lifelong resident, an immigrant, a dual citizen, see yourself as a global citizen or simply curious about the topic, your voice matters in this conversation. This is a safe, respectful space for sharing stories, perspectives, and questions.