Opportunity Knocks: A Success Story
|
|
- Rose Stokes
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Volume 8, Issue 4 April 2018 o Opportunity Knocks: A Success Story Nirmal Gurung began working at MCRC, for Refugee Support Services, in just a year after coming to the U.S. Since then he has worked as a caseworker, interpreter, post-secondary education manager, and employment developer, largely with the Nepali and Bhutanese populations. A typical workday for Nirmal consists of clients casually coming in and out of his office all day. He does not require appointments. Everyone has an issue, he says. He gets them in, registered, and does whatever he can to help. Coming Events May 1 May Day May 4 Star wars Day May 5 Cinco De Mayo May 8 National Teacher Day May 12 International Nurses Day May 13 Mother s Day May 15 Chocolate Chip Day May 19 Armed Forces Day In March 2018, one of Nirmal s dreams was realized. He added entrepreneur to his résumé. He is now a licensed owner of Tandoori Hut Indian Cuisine in downtown Erie, located on the northwest side of Perry Square. Following his workday at MCRC, he goes to the restaurant, where his sister Dharma has just finished serving hungry patrons their mid-day meal. Bikash, one of Nirmal s clients, is the cook. Located right in the heart of downtown, it is a hot-spot for the lunch crowd, pulling in: Gannon students; courthouse staff; and workers from UPMC Hamot or Erie Insurance just to name a few. Nirmal is grateful for the ideal location. There have been challenges, like learning the many regulations associated with running a food-based business. Nirmal soon realized how few people he had to turn to regarding these obstacles. But his perspective is one of hope. The staff has been pleasantly surprised at the local community s tolerance for spicy foods and the willingness to try different flavors. Tandoori Hut is Indian cuisine, yet the food is similar to that of Nepal or Bhutan. May 21 Victoria Day May 25 National Tap Dance Day May 28 Memorial Day May 31 World No Tobacco Day Multicultural Community Resource Center of Erie Michael Burns, Esq., Board President Joanna R. Cherpak, Executive Director MCRC Noticias Editorial Team: Cathie Whitmire, ESL Instructor Carol Brigham, Education Manager Colleen Flatley, Student Support Jordan Cherpak, Tobacco Cessation 554 East 10 th St., Erie, PA Ph: FAX: MCRC@mcrcerie.org
2 P A G E 2 Continued from Page 1 During the week, the restaurant has a reasonably priced lunch buffet. After 4:30, you can order dinner from the menu. It offers fresh naan breads-baked in-house, curries, kabobs and vegetarian fare. There are some new menu items to come, including ethnic Nepali recipes, such as dumplings and noodles. Nirmal has some advice for those who struggling to overcome cultural fears: We have more opportunities than challenges. Nothing is impossible. Save the Date! Online Registration now open Any Questions? Contact Carol Brigham Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Presque Isle State Park
3 P A G E 3 Learning Civil Rights: How to Vote Part of the civic rights and responsibilities of all United States citizens is voting; however, voting is also an act that many Americans choose to forego. As part of learning to become a citizen, students from the Refugee Elder Program and the RSS Life Skills classes participated in a voting demonstration. A representative from the Erie County Board of Elections visited the programs to discuss basic rules and regulations of voting in Erie County. He also brought with him one of the electronic voting machines used in Erie County elections equipped with sample questions. This allowed participants to gain hands on experience using the stylus, touch screen and casting a vote. MCRC would like to thank the Erie County Board of Elections for providing this valuable presentation.
4 P A G E 4 Taking Care of Our Home Planet Earth Day was the brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson. He coordinated a nationwide event that brought environmental concerns to the spotlight. On April 22, 1970 in Philadelphia, Chicago, LA, NYC and other larger cities, over 20 million people protested against industrial development and pollution. Earth Day instantly became a national holiday. Later that year, the Environmental Protection Agency was formed as a governing body to protect the air, water and land. In the same year, the EPA passed legislation to do just that including: the Clean Water and Air Act and the Toxic Substances and Surface Mining Control Act to name a few. Earth Day grew to 200 million when it went global, according to Earth Day Network. Today, over 174 countries participate, making Earth Day the largest civic event in the world. EDN s 2018 Earth Day theme is End Plastic Pollution. Besides harming marine life and polluting our oceans and wildlife, plastic is now known to cause early puberty and life-threatening diseases. This year, New York City Council plans to ban the sale of disposable plastic bottles at parks, golf courses, and beaches. San Francisco and Concord, Massachusetts have already done this. In Bogota, Columbia, people will breathe clean air as they ride bikes, walk and enjoy the car and motorcycle free day to reduce environmental pollution on Earth Day. Elementary school children plant trees and participate in Save Earth awareness programs in India. Philippines Coast Guard workers pick up plastic waste on Freedom Island. Teens in Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica all take part in reforestation activities under the slogan Your Actions Transform the Planet. Next Earth Day, what actions can you participate in to transform the planet? Why wait? Why not Earth Day every day? It s our planet, let s take care of it. With all of us working together, I am hopeful that it is not too late to turn things around, if we all do our part for this beautiful planet. Jane Goodall, 2018 Erie City Leaders Discuss Community Concerns On April 19th, 2018, Mayor Joe Schember along with members from his staff held a meeting at MCRC s Annex building from 6 until 7:30 PM. The meeting was an open discussion for staff and community members around MCRC to give their thoughts and opinions on topics ranging from neighborhood safety to the job market. Those who attended called it a very positive meeting with hope for the future. Thank you to the Mayor for taking the time to listen to these concerns.
5 Ways to Help MCRC: Come support our fundraisers!! P A G E 5
6 P A G E 6
7 MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER 554 East 10th Street Erie, PA Phone: Fax: Web: United We Stand.. Your Donation is Appreciated To make a financial gift to MCRC, send it to Joanna Cherpak, Executive Director, 554 East 10th St., Erie, PA or donate online at MCRC is a 501 ( c)(3) charity and all donations are tax deductible. MCRC volunteer opportunities exist for one-time or continuing activities. Please visit the Volunteer tab at our Website at or look for us on the Get Connected Erie website at agencies/mcrcerie To inquire, send an to MCRC@mcrcerie.org. Be sure to include your name and phone number in your message. French President Emmanuel Macron spoke to the United States Congress on Wednesday, April 25, In his address to them, he supported the alliance between the United States and France but he also denounced some of the tenets of this current administration. He stated We can choose isolationism. But closing the door to the world will not stop the evolution of the world. I don t share fascination for new strong powers and the illusion of nationalism. In a very eloquent, subtle way he shared his opposition to what is happening in terms of Immigration in the United States. Like the United States, France is also a refugee resettlement country and has a population of immigrants. In addition President Macron gave a disapproving nod to the fact that the U.S. is not part of the Paris agreement which focuses on climate change. He expressed his hope that we may one day rejoin the agreement as we were long time members until now. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau echoes President Macron in every way. It is very positive that our foreign allies care so deeply about the welfare of our nation. Sometimes it appears we are losing hope but then something small but significant happens. Hope is renewed. One stellar example is the photo taken recently at First Lady Barbara Bush s funeral. It was of Presidents George H.W. Bush, her husband, George W. Bush, her son, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama; First Ladies Laura Bush, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump. All of them had sincere smiles on their faces and love in friendship for each other. The incredible part is they are not all from the same political party nor share all the same views. However they respect each other immensely and basically agree to disagree. Essentially isn t that how it should be with everyone? Everything happens for a reason. It is not always clear why things happen in the order they do. However I am a firm believer that everything tends to work out the way it should. I always tell my staff to take the high road regardless of how you feel. Emotions tend to make us shoot from the hip when we need to learn to keep our finger off the trigger. Relying on logic and the sage advice of those who have been there is the wisest of choices. We at MCRC have always been chameleons adapting to the changes around us. We provide so many valuable services to the community and always give 110%. Our hearts are always in the right place and our work ethic shows it. Like France we support our allies and hope they will support us in return. At the end of the day, we are all in this together. Being united is better than going it alone. Have a wonderful month of May and enjoy the Spring that has finally arrived! Genuinely yours, Joanna R. Cherpak Executive Director Proudly serving the needs of the Hispanic and refugee communities since 1975.
MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Volume 6, Issue 7 July 2016 o A New Look for MCRC MCRC has been undergoing several building improvements beginning in Fall 2015 up until now. Back in October, Ollinger
More informationSmoking Cessation: Pedro s Success
MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Volume 6, Issue 4 April 2016 o Smoking Cessation: Pedro s Success Coming Events May 3 National Teacher s May 3 Give Local America! May 4 Star Wars May the Fourth
More information2016 ANNUAL REPORT. Proudly Serving the Needs of the Hispanic and Refugee Communities since 1975!
www.mcrcerie.org 554 East 10th St Erie, PA 16503 814.455.0212 ph 814.453.2363 fax MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER 2016 ANNUAL REPORT Proudly Serving the Needs of the Hispanic and Refugee Communities
More informationMULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER. MCRC noticias. Celebrating 40 years (1975 to 2015) of providing hope and opportunity for the ESL community
MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER MCRC noticias Celebrating 40 years (1975 to 2015) of providing hope and opportunity for the ESL community o Volume 5, Issue 11 November 2015 Behind the Rhetoric
More information2015 ANNUAL REPORT. A Message From Joanna Cherpak, Our Executive Director: A Message From Richard Perhacs, Our Board President:
2015 ANNUAL REPORT A Message From Joanna Cherpak, Our Executive Director: A Message From Richard Perhacs, Our Board President: INSIDE THIS REPORT: Executive Messages Page 1 Programs & Services Pages 2-4
More informationMULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Annual Report. Contents
MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER 2014 Annual Report Contents Executive Messages P.1 Programs & Services P.2-4 Funding & Financials P.5 MOSAICO P.6 Fundraising
More informationFive living presidents raise money for victims of hurricanes
Five living presidents raise money for victims of hurricanes By Associated Press, adapted by Newsela staff on 10.25.17 Word Count 615 Level 880L Former Presidents (from right) Barack Obama, Bill Clinton,
More informationLesson A. People and Places 7. A. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box.
PEOPLE and places Unit 1 Lesson A A. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box. inhabit employment political herding migration occur ancient hunting sail fishing 1. Christopher
More informationDONATE. From: DNC Rapid Response Subject: Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick? Date: July 19, 2016 at 9:06 PM To:
From: DNC Rapid Response democraticparty@democrats.org Subject: Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick? Date: July 19, 2016 at 9:06 PM To: Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans have obstructed progress at
More informationKnow and Exercise Your Rights! Steps to Prepare for the Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on Immigrant and Refugee Communities
Know and Exercise Your Rights! Steps to Prepare for the Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on Immigrant and Refugee Communities Who is OneAmerica? Advancing immigrant, civil, and human rights
More informationPresidential inaugural ceremony doesn't come cheap
Presidential inaugural ceremony doesn't come cheap By Washington Post, adapted by Newsela staff on 12.22.16 Word Count 688 Barack Obama is sworn in January of 2009 to become the 44th president of the United
More informationWelcome to Class! February 8, 2018
Welcome to Class! February 8, 2018 On this day in history 1887, President Cleveland signs the Dawes Act Bell-Ringer #7 Title: Immigration Pick up the worksheet from the table. Fold it to make a booklet
More informationApplied Ethics & Pax Populi Annual Report. Applied Ethics, Inc. 46 Chestnut Street Marblehead, Massachusetts
Applied Ethics & Pax Populi 2015 Annual Report Applied Ethics, Inc. 46 Chestnut Street Marblehead, Massachusetts 2016 Applied Ethics, Inc. 2015 Annual Report A Landmark Year for Applied Ethics, Inc. When
More informationR 42, % New Americans in Alexandria. Immigrant share of the population, The immigrant population increased by 22.2%.
New Americans in Alexandria A Snapshot of the Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the City 1 POPULATION GROWTH 28+72R 28.0% Immigrant share of the population, 2016 Between 2011 and
More informationNEIGHBORHOOD GATHERING PLACE A Multicultural Center REPORT & RECOMMENDATIONS
NEIGHBORHOOD GATHERING PLACE A Multicultural Center REPORT & RECOMMENDATIONS INTRODUCTION Many recent immigrants and refugees are making Hartford their new home. The city s Asylum Hill Neighborhood, located
More informationSan Diego s South Bay: Imperial Beach
San Diego s South Bay: Imperial Beach A Basic Study Guide Prepared by the Sierra Service Project May 2018 Page 1 Introduction SSP is very excited to be working in San Diego s South Bay this summer. San
More informationWe re Generation Now, Children of the Future, Earth Revolution
We re Generation Now, Children of the Future, Earth Revolution Earth Revolution is a celebration and call to action to the youth in our generation, Generation Now. We are the children and youth born on
More informationMelineh Kano RefugeeOne executive director helps immigrants integrate to life in the U.S.
Melineh Kano RefugeeOne executive director helps immigrants integrate to life in the U.S. By Debbie Carlson Chicago Tribune As an Armenian Christian growing up in Iran in the 1970s, Melineh Kano never
More informationInterview with Jacques Bwira Hope Primary School Kampala, Uganda
Hope Primary School Kampala, Uganda Jacques Bwira arrived in Uganda in 2000, having fled the violent conflict in his native country, the Democratic Republic of Congo. Though he had trained and worked as
More informationFive former presidents unite to raise funds for hurricane victims
Five former presidents unite to raise funds for hurricane victims By Associated Press, adapted by Newsela staff on 10.25.17 Word Count 652 Level 1170L Former Presidents (from right) Barack Obama, Bill
More informationTHE CITIZEN LOBBYIST. Making Your Voice Heard: How you can influence government decisions
THE CITIZEN LOBBYIST Making Your Voice Heard: How you can influence government decisions Of the people, by the people, for the people. Democracy is not a spectator sport. Acting as participants, rather
More informationFrontLine. The Online Newsletter of the National Council of Social Security Management Associations, Inc. NCSSMA Home Page
FrontLine The Online Newsletter of the National Council of Social Security Management Associations, Inc. NCSSMA Home Page October 2001 - Issue 5 Sneak peek at what's in this issue: President's Message
More informationThank you for your warm welcome and this invitation to speak to you this morning.
Seeking the Human Face of Immigration Reform Most Reverend José H. Gomez Archbishop of Los Angeles Town Hall Los Angeles January 14, 2013 Greetings, my friends! Thank you for your warm welcome and this
More informationThe New Segmentation: Do You Have a 1950 s Strategy in a 2015 World?
The New Segmentation: Do You Have a 1950 s Strategy in a 2015 World? We ve Changed OLD NEW 1 in 3 is not White Source: 2010 U.S. Census The Census Diversity Index Has Been Increasing Consistently The probability
More informationFive ex-presidents come together at hurricane relief concert
Five ex-presidents come together at hurricane relief concert By Associated Press, adapted by Newsela staff on 10.25.17 Word Count 655 Level 1010L Former Presidents (from right) Barack Obama, Bill Clinton,
More informationChurch Service Packet
Church Service Packet Contents Bulletin Announcements.... 1 Syrian Fact Sheet..3 Litany....4 Affirmations.... 5 Suggested Scripture Readings.6 Take Action 7 Additional Resources....8 Dear Church Leaders,
More informationINTERFAITH REFUGEE MINSTRY
INTERFAITH REFUGEE MINSTRY Why Should You Care? Shouldn t we worry about our neighbor before some stranger on the other side of the planet, or American racism, hunger, shelter, inequality gaps in healthcare
More informationMichelle Obama In Her Own Words The Views And Values Of Americas First Lady
Michelle Obama In Her Own Words The Views And Values Of Americas First Lady We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing
More informationEMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE CHURCHILL COUNTY, NEVADA 155 N. Taylor Street Fallon, Nevada ****NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING**** PLEASE POST
EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE CHURCHILL COUNTY, NEVADA 155 N. Taylor Street Fallon, Nevada 89406 ****NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING**** PLEASE POST PLACE OF MEETING: Churchill County Administration Building,
More informationHampton Roads Republican Women s Club Newsletter. President s Message FEBRUARY Susan Yungbluth, President
Hampton Roads Republican Women s Club Newsletter FEBRUARY 2017 President s Message Susan Yungbluth, President I truly know that everyone enjoyed the inauguration of the 45 th President of the United States,
More informationCLOSE UP WASHINGTON, DC What happens here can change your world! 1
CLOSE UP WASHINGTON, DC What happens here can change your world! 1 Close Up: History and Mission Non-profit and non-partisan civic education organization founded in 1971. Mission is to inform, inspire,
More informationUNICEF Clubs Year-Long Calendar
Plan Ahead Stay in the loop of all UNICEF Club happenings and activations year-round with our UNICEF Clubs Calendar! UNICEF Clubs Year-Long Calendar 2016 2017 Check out our website for the interactive
More informationWeekly Tracking Poll Week 3: September 25-Oct 1 (MoE +/-4.4%)
1. Thinking ahead to the November 2016 election, what would you say the chances are that you will vote in the election for U.S. President, Congress and other state offices - are you almost certain to vote,
More informationLEARN LEAD SERVE. Middle School Youth & Government State Assembly Manual
LEARN LEAD SERVE Middle School Youth & Government State Assembly Manual WWW.OHIOYMCAYG.ORG 2016 Ohio YMCA Middle School Youth & Government Manual 1 OHIO YOUTH & GOVERNMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL MANUAL TABLE OF
More informationCRIC 2017 Report. Julie Margueritte Taquin, Programs and Partnerships Director Melissa Brimhall, AmeriCorps VISTA
CRIC 2017 Report Mission CRIC's mission is to promote integration, economic self-sufficiency, and positive connections among refugees, immigrants, and the wider community through two-way education, improved
More informationSecond, the national progress The Manhattan Project National Historical Park
First, the local progress The Peak Cemetery Let me express my sincere thanks and huge appreciation to the volunteers who responded to the appeal for help expressed in Historically Speaking over the past
More informationEffectively Communicating Your Position to Lawmakers
1 Effectively Communicating Your Position to Lawmakers At the core of grassroots lobbying are three essential communication techniques: letters (hard-copies or emails), telephone calls, and personal visits.
More informationELECTRA PROVINCE DUTIES OF ELECTRA PROVINCE PRESIDENT
ELECTRA PROVINCE DUTIES OF ELECTRA PROVINCE PRESIDENT Keep in close contact with the Electra Province Board (Vice President, Educational Director, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, Treasurer,
More informationLEADERS OF THE FUTURE
WINTER LEADERS OF THE FUTURE Every day at ARA another extraordinary young person walks through our doors, some from a refugee background, others looking for ways to help. Through various programs, ARA
More informationMR. PRESIDENT, MR. SECRETARY-GENERAL, EXCELLENCIES, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, PLEASE ALLOW ME A FEW MINUTES.
Permanent Mission of the Federated States of Micronesia to the UN 300 East 42 Street, Suite 1600 Telephone: (212) 697-8370 New York, N.Y. 10017 Facsimile: (212) 697-8295 e-mail: fsmun@fsmgov.org http://www.fsmgov.org/
More informationNews English.com Ready-to-use ESL / EFL Lessons
www.breaking News English.com Ready-to-use ESL / EFL Lessons The Breaking News English.com Resource Book 1,000 Ideas & Activities For Language Teachers http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/book.html Hillary
More informationSESSION 8 A TEEN LEADER'S COMMUNITY How wonderful it is that nobody need wait one single moment before starting to improve the world.
SESSION SESSION A TEEN LEADER'S COMMUNITY How wonderful it is that nobody need wait one single moment before starting to improve the world. ANN FRANK SESSION A TEEN LEADER'S COMMUNITY Background Reading:
More informationThe Good Shepherd Learning Centre Phuket, Thailand
The Good Shepherd Learning Centre Phuket, Thailand Sr Lakana is a Thai Good Shepherd Sister who has been working in South East Asia for 27 years. Five years ago, she was asked by the Province Leader to
More informationJeb Bush to announce presidential bid June 15 in Miami
Jeb Bush JUNE 4, 2015 Jeb Bush to announce presidential bid June 15 in Miami Jeb Bush spoke to a crush of reporters Tuesday at Disney s Yacht and Beach Club Convention Center during a forum hosted by Florida
More informationSolidarity Resources
BARTENDERS & BEVERAGE DISPENSERS UNION LOCAL #165 Solidarity Resources Know Your Rights Protect Yourself, Your Family and Your Coworkers The Culinary Union is Nevada s largest immigrant organization with
More informationLarry Reynolds reveals the seven critical skills that make the new US president so influential
The Influencing Skills of Barack Obama Barack Obama is undoubtedly one of the greatest influencers of modern times. His accomplishment in going from a relative unknown to the most talked about person on
More informationR 4.5% 28,228. New Americans in Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana. Immigrant share of the population, 2016
New Americans in Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana A Snapshot of the Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the Region 1 POPULATION GROWTH +9R.% Immigrant share of the population, 016 Between
More informationRecalling resolution 57/254., proclaiming the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development,
Forum: General Assembly s Third Committee Question of: Developing Guidelines for Sustainable Urban Development Submitted by: Islamic Republic of Pakistan Co-submitted by: Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Belize,
More informationRemarks as Prepared for Lee Scott CEO and President, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. NCLR Annual Meeting Miami, Florida, July 24, 2007
Thank you, Monica. Remarks as Prepared for Lee Scott CEO and President, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. NCLR Annual Meeting Miami, Florida, July 24, 2007 I appreciate that introduction, which was entirely too kind.
More informationCanvassing (Door to Door)
Canvassing: Understanding Logistics o Why is this effective o How to prepare to Canvass o Understanding the materials (walk Turf, lists, Materials) o Safety First o Returning to Staging location Canvassing:
More informationCongressional Gold Medal ceremony address
1 / 5 Congressional Gold Medal ceremony address Date : October 17, 2007 His Holiness the Dalai Lama addresses the audience during the Congressional Gold Medal Awards Ceremony in the United States Capitol
More informationSTUDENT REFUGEE PROGRAM
WORLD UNIVERSITY SERVICE OF CANADA STUDENT REFUGEE PROGRAM PROVIDING REFUGEES WITH THE SKILLS TO REBUILD THEIR LIVES SRPcaseForSupportEng_07.indd 1 3/30/2012 2:23:24 PM PROVIDING REFUGEES WITH THE SKILLS
More informationCOMPANION. NOTEBOOK: Making the Decision to Serve
COMPANION NOTEBOOK: Making the Decision to Serve 43 6 You Can Get There From Here. Just Start Running for office will test your faith, your will, and your talents. But victory and the positive effects
More informationMoveOn.org: Outreach Analysis:
Memorandum: Date: 1/26/14 To: Danielle DeVoss From: Elizabeth Bell Re: Outreach Analysis MoveOn.org: Outreach Analysis: Introduction: MoveOn is a community of more than 8 million Americans from all walks
More informationWEEKLY LATINO TRACKING POLL 2018: WAVE 8 10/23/18
WEEKLY LATINO TRACKING POLL 2018: WAVE 8 10/23/18 LATINO REPORTS ON VOTING AND MOBILIZATION Thinking over your experience with registering to vote and voting in prior elections, have you ever had any of
More informationRt. Hon. Lord Robertson of Port Ellen KT, Chairman, FIA Foundation Speech to FIA Foundation Annual General Meeting 2016, Hofburg, Vienna
Rt. Hon. Lord Robertson of Port Ellen KT, Chairman, FIA Foundation Speech to FIA Foundation Annual General Meeting 2016, Hofburg, Vienna It is my pleasure to open the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the
More informationBRIDGING THE GAP. An alternative gap experience in Cambodia. Managed by:
BRIDGING THE GAP An alternative gap experience in Cambodia Managed by: WHO Are you drawn towards doing good in the world and want to take time to consider your options? Are you ready to travel, learn and
More informationA Kit for Community Groups to Demystify Voting
A Kit for Community Groups to Demystify Voting Vote PopUp: A Kit for Community Groups to Demystify Voting Vote PopUp is generously funded in part by: Thanks to their support, more British Columbians are
More informationSudanese Refugee Resettlement. In Syracuse, New York
Sudanese Refugee Resettlement In Syracuse, New York Lindsey Rieder 5/11/2007 Part I: The Research Context The Interfaith Works Center for New Americans (CNA) is conducting this research project within
More informationSarah Nuñez- Assistant Director Nora Atkins- Program Coordinator Nely Sulpeveda- Ambassador Leo Salinas Chocón- Ambassador
Sarah Nuñez- Assistant Director Nora Atkins- Program Coordinator Nely Sulpeveda- Ambassador Leo Salinas Chocón- Ambassador Cultural Center s Hispanic/Latino Initiatives (HLI) at University of Louisville
More informationAIMS Study Abroad Report: Fall, 2016 Outgoing
List of Courses at Joint Seminar Universitas Indonesia Bahasa Indonesia I Consumer Behavior Introductory Marketing Introductory Business CSR business Ethics International Business and Economics AIMS7 PROGRAM
More informationVoter Experience Survey November 2016
The November 2016 Voter Experience Survey was administered online with Survey Monkey and distributed via email to Seventy s 11,000+ newsletter subscribers and through the organization s Twitter and Facebook
More informationIncreasing the Participation of Refugee Seniors in the Civic Life of Their Communities: A Guide for Community-Based Organizations
Increasing the Participation of Refugee Seniors in the Civic Life of Their Communities: A Guide for Community-Based Organizations Created by Mosaica: The Center for Nonprofit Development & Pluralism in
More informationRepeal Safe Third Country Agreement with U.S., say immigration lawyers
The Current Transcript for February 10, 2017 CBC Radio Host: Laura Lynch STORIES FROM THIS EPISODE http://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/the-current-for-feb-10-2017-the-current-1.3974434/february-10-2017-full-episode-transcript-1.3977363#segment1
More informationJustice First ACTION GUIDE
Justice First ACTION GUIDE June 2018 Harnessing Grassroots Power in WA Criminal Justice Reform in WA How You Can Light the Fire Our goals Our strategy and tactics Getting started: hosting an organizing
More informationNew Americans in Long Beach POPULATION GROWTH 3.3% 14.3 % Total population 481, % Immigrant population 128, % 26.1% 47.
New Americans in Long Beach A Snapshot of the Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the Long Beach Area 1 POPULATION GROWTH 7+7R 6.6% Immigrant share of the population, 016 Between 011
More informationCollateral Repair Project Equipping and Empowering Female Leaders
PROGRAM FACT SHEET January 2015 Collateral Repair Project Equipping and Empowering Female Leaders Website: http://www.collateralrepairproject.org Collateral Repair Project is a grassroots effort to bring
More informationLEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2011 NEWSLETTER
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2011 NEWSLETTER CALENDAR OF EVENTS 11/16 Movie Iron Jawed Angels 12/05 League Members Social Evening 01/02 Board Meeting 01/24 GAB Speaker
More informationYour Voice: Your Vote
Your Voice: Your Vote Kentucky Protection & Advocacy 100 Fair Oaks Lane Third Floor Frankfort KY 40601 September 2004 TABLE OF CONTENTS Your right to vote...3 Why vote? Does my vote really count?...3
More informationBOMA State Capitol Day 2017 Bringing BOMA Face-to- Face with Decision Makers
BOMA State Capitol Day 2017 Bringing BOMA Face-to- Face with Decision Makers Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International 1101 15 th Street, NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 202-326-6364
More informationSINGAPORE & MALAYSIA Grade Levels: minutes LANDMARK MEDIA 1998
DESCRIPTION 1 Funding for the is provided by the U.S. Department of Education #8806 SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA Grade Levels: 7-13+ 50 minutes LANDMARK MEDIA 1998 Singapore and Malaysia are economic leaders in
More informationrefugee and immigrant FOSTER CARE
refugee and immigrant FOSTER CARE program introduction One of the best things about [my foster daughter] is her sense of humor. We actually learned to laugh together before we could talk to each other,
More informationGlobal Immigration Consultancy Services. Immigration, Study and Work temporarily in Canada
1 GICS Global Immigration Consultancy Services A quality professional Immigration, Education & Recruitment Service provider to our clients for Canada Immigration, Study and Work temporarily in Canada A
More informationNAMI Minnesota Guide to Legislative Action
NAMI Minnesota Guide to Legislative Action G GENER AL Phone: 1-651-645-2948 Toll Free: 1-888-NAMI-HELPS www.namimn.org NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity, and respect for all people affected by
More informationCandidate Evaluation. Candidate Evaluation. Name: Name:
How do voters decide between candidates on election day? There are many different things that people consider when voting; some seem silly and some make sense. Check the things YOU would do or want to
More informationCANADIAN UNITARIANS WELCOMING REFUGEES. Presentation to UU-UNO spring seminar April 2018 Vyda Ng Canadian Unitarian Council
CANADIAN UNITARIANS WELCOMING REFUGEES Presentation to UU-UNO spring seminar April 2018 Vyda Ng Canadian Unitarian Council Canadian sponsorship system Canada: allows private sponsorships of refugees Ways
More information3. Approval of the Minutes of the February 9, 2016 Board Meeting
The Johnson Public Library Board of Trustees met in the Board Room of the Library on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. The meeting was called to order at 4:01 p.m. 1. Roll Call Ms. Linda Flynn, Presiding Mr. Anthony
More informationKaleo o aapi AsiAn AmericAns and PAcific islanders 1
Kaleo O AAPI Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders 1 July 25 th, 2008 this week s CONTENTS 3 4 5 8 10 Obama CampaIgn Announces; HAWaII CONGRessIonal LEADERSHIP TEAM SPOTlIgHT: CHRIstopher lu listening
More information2018 Questionnaire for Democratic Central Committee
Frederick Progressives FrederickProgressives@Riseup.Net P.O. Box 492 Buckeystown MD, 21717 March 11, 2018 2018 Questionnaire for Democratic Central Committee Dear Lauren Beacham, Candidate for Democratic
More informationInside the Last-Minute Effort to Protect Dreamers From Deportation
We want to make it harder for the powerful to lie read more and help us do it. Inside the Last-Minute Effort to Protect Dreamers From Deportation The deadline to reapply for DACA renewal is today. K A
More informationliberals triumph in federal election
liberals triumph in federal election Canada s 42nd general election, held on October 19, had an outcome that surprised many observers and one that will also bring about a dramatic change in government.
More informationWhy your members aren t voting. A GUIDE TO INCREASING VOTER TURNOUT AND PARTICIPATION
A GUIDE TO INCREASING VOTER TURNOUT AND PARTICIPATION Why your members aren t voting. Survey & Ballot Systems 7653 Anagram Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344-7311 800-974-8099 surveyandballotsystems.com INTRODUCTION
More informationTHE CANDIDATES FOR VICE PRESIDENT September 12-16, 2008
CBS NEWS/NEW YORK TIMES POLL FOR RELEASE: Wednesday, September 17 th, 2008 6:30 PM (EDT) THE CANDIDATES FOR VICE PRESIDENT September 12-16, 2008 While Republican Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin remains
More informationCOP 21 and The Paris Agreement : The Promise of a Legally Binding Agreement on Climate Change
COP 21 and The Paris Agreement : The Promise of a Legally Binding Agreement on Climate Change Lena Dominelli attended the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of the
More informationChurch Service Packet
Church Service Packet Contents Bulletin Announcements.... 1 Guest Speakers........3 Syrian Fact Sheet..4 Litany....5 Affirmations.... 6 Suggested Scripture Readings. 7 Take Action 8 Additional Resources..9
More information2018 NATIONAL PHILOPTOCHOS BIENNIAL CONVENTION
2018 NATIONAL PHILOPTOCHOS BIENNIAL CONVENTION ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE TO THE ONE WHO BELIEVES IN CHRIST (Mark 9:23) Boston Marriott Copley Place Boston, Massachusetts JULY 1 5, 2018 2018 BOSTON MARRIOTT
More informationeupinions Brief January 2018 Cold Love
eupinions Brief January 2018 Cold Love The 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, has been highly controversial ever since he took office over a year ago. His isolationist message of America
More informationEsperanza hope amid immigration crisis
Esperanza hope amid immigration crisis At eight-years-old, Helany Sinkler s greatest comfort while immigrating to the United States from Honduras was the knowledge that she was with her family. No matter
More informationHOW TO BECOME A COMMITTEEPERSON OR A MEMBER OF THE ELECTIONS BOARD
HOW TO BECOME A COMMITTEEPERSON OR A MEMBER OF THE ELECTIONS BOARD A Non-partisan Workshop Presented by the Philadelphia Chapter of the National Organization for Women and the Philadelphia Chapter of the
More informationNew York Spring Break Program
New York Spring Break Program We Do Everything At Experience America we make sure everything is covered from housing to technology and beyond to provide the best experience for our students. TRANSPORTATION
More informationSnapshots of the past
OVERVIEW State of Ohio, City of Dayton and Dayton area counties immigration patterns: not a site of immigrant destination until recently 9 Focus Groups comprised of 1st gen 6 of Latinos Interviews with
More informationOxfam Education
Activity 6: Causes, effects and solutions Learning objectives To collaborate with others to summarise knowledge and analyse the causes, effects and solutions of the refugee crisis. Resources Activity Sheet:
More informationAsylum Chat June 17, 2016
Asylum Chat June 17, 2016 P3 Affidavit of Relationship (AOR) Family Reunification Central American Minors Reunification Program (CAM AOR) Match Grant Program Presenters: World Relief Seattle 841 Central
More informationIntegrated Model of Refugee Protection and Integration
Integrated Model of Refugee Protection and Integration 208 Oakwood Ave. Toronto, ON M6E 2V4 Ph: 416-469-9754 Fax: 416-469-2670 E-mail: info@fcjrefugeecentre.org Website: www.fcjrefugeecentre.org FCJ Refugee
More informationThe politics of hope and the politics of selfie. Written by MANUEL L. CABALLERO Saturday, 13 February :06
President Barack Obama delivers his speech this week at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous House Divided speech in the same building in 1858. (TV screengrab)
More informationIn-District Lobbying Guide
In-District Lobbying Guide You don t have to come to Washington to tell your Members of Congress what you think you can schedule lobby visits with them in the district. (As non-profit organizations, victim
More informationBuilding Relationships with the General Assembly
Building Relationships with the General Assembly South Carolina Association of Counties Published September 2012 Preface This handbook contains several techniques intended to assist county officials in
More informationAssignment Title & Partner Organization: SALT/YAMEN: Research Fellow AJS
MCC SALT/YAMEN Service Opportunity Assignment Title & Partner Organization: SALT/YAMEN: Research Fellow AJS Term: August 14, 2019 July 11, 2020 FTE: 1.0 Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras Date Required: August
More informationSIGNATURE EVENTS SPONSORSHIP & PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. gainesvillechamber.com (352)
SIGNATURE EVENTS 2019 SPONSORSHIP & PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES gainesvillechamber.com (352) 334-7127 stevec@gainesvillechamber.com ABOUT THE CHAMBER Formed in 1924, the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationMINUTES KEIZER CITY COUNCIL Monday, March 20, 2017 Keizer Civic Center, Council Chambers Keizer, Oregon
CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS a. Keizer Police Department Recognition of K-9 Vest Donation COMMITTEE REPORTS MINUTES KEIZER CITY COUNCIL Monday, March 20, 2017 Keizer Civic Center,
More information