Treetops Collective Blog

Who is Welcome in America?

As our community watched Afrikaner refugees welcomed by high ranking federal officials at the airport last week, many were left with questions: who is welcome in America and why? And whose voiced trauma and needs are believed and prioritized? 

All refugees deserve the same treatment, under the same process, and with the same support and resources. A just and compassionate system does not pick and choose whose pain matters more — it honors every story, every journey, and every hope for safety and belonging. 

At Treetops, we remain committed to creating a world where all are welcomed with dignity, where differences are not erased but embraced, and where belonging is not a privilege for those who assimilate best, but an aspiration all of us are working toward —  together.

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World Hijab Day 2025: A Journey of Strength and Community

One of the most beautiful moments of the event was seeing our non-Muslim neighbors stand with us, offering their support and solidarity. This is the magic of World Hijab Day—a day where we create opportunities to learn, grow, and embrace our differences with understanding and respect.

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Thoughts from a Haitian Immigrant
There have been recent false claims by prominent politicians, including Vice Presidential candidate, JD Vance, about Haitian immigrants in Ohio. Next door in Michigan at Treetops, we fully understand and celebrate the contributions all refugees and immigrants bring to our community, including...
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Reflections on World Hijab Day 2024
On February 1st, the Al-Tawheed Islamic Center was alive with excitement and curiosity for World Hijab Day, a heartwarming event hosted for the second year by the committed team at Treetops Collective. Located in Kentwood, Michigan, the Al-Tawheed Islamic Center...
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