This month’s Mosaic Story features Veneta Rizvic and Kathy Bernard Veneta Rizvic, who leads the St. Louis Business Journal’s awards publications and special sections, shares her powerful journey from Bosnia to St. Louis. She arrived at a young age after her father was tragically shot in the head during the war. Veneta reflects on how she and her family rebuilt their lives in St. Louis, turning it into a true home. She highlights the opportunities the city has provided for her

This month’s Mosaic Story features Hamdullah Hamdard and Wendi Newell. Hamdullah, originally from Afghanistan, is the Afghan Support Director at the International Institute and founder of Owlsion Pictures, a media company focused on uplifting underrepresented voices. He shares why he chose St. Louis as home and how he helps other Afghan families do the same. This video was filmed at the Festival of Nations, where Hamdullah and Wendi—both dedicated to welcoming newcomers—met f

This month's story features Anna Crosslin, Former President and CEO of the International Institute of St. Louis, who was born in Japan. She was interviewed by Kellea Woods, a U.S. transplant to St. Louis who works at the St. Louis Economic Partnership.   From being raised as the child of Japanese immigrants after World War II to making St. Louis her home, Anna reflects on her journey and what community means to her. Watch Video here.

Coming September 2025: Mosaic Stories – a monthly video series celebrating the diverse voices that make St. Louis home. Each month, we’ll share powerful stories from immigrants and native-born residents alike, highlighting connection, culture, and the shared humanity that unites us all. This Month’s Story: Meet Annie Mbale, who moved from Malawi to St. Louis in 2011 and now serves as Program Manager for the Mosaic Project at the World Trade Center. Annie sat down with Suzanne

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