We are very excited to be a part of a vision to expand community-based services to residents in the western part of Greensboro. The Phillips Management Group (PMG), a Greensboro based, multifamily residential property development and management company desired to give back in such a way that would foster relationships, … Continued
The Center for New North Carolinians has officially been around since 2001 working to help immigrants and refugees access services and successfully integrate into the local North Carolina community. During the last 18 years, the CNNC has been fortunate to have leaders who inspire the work we do and further … Continued
A CNNC Superstar is moving on! Tawanna Maryland has been with the CNNC for four years, the longest time allowable in AmeriCorps, and only then, with special permission. Tawanna spent two years at the Glen Haven Community Center, running the after-school youth tutoring and social enrichment program. Then the subsequent two … Continued
Join us! We are seeking a new Director for the Center for New North Carolinians (CNNC). What We’re Looking For: We are seeking someone with experience working with immigrants and refugees who is passionate about advocating for the equitable integration of newcomers into the Greater Greensboro and North Carolina community. What … Continued
When I think of what I learned at the CNNC, Legacy Crossing Community Center, and the various summer camps I’m constantly reminded of what community is. My journey began in June with Mystery Camp, a one-week program with the purpose of introducing different methods of problem-solving and critical thinking skills … Continued
World War II not only left millions of innocent civilians dead, it also left millions of innocent civilians without a homeland. Following this tragic world war, survivor nations came together to found the United Nations. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), also known as the … Continued
By Lou Harned, guest writer for CNNC The UNCG Center for New North Carolinians neighborhood community centers provide a springboard to success for refugees. The Glen Haven Community Center, now celebrating its 15th year, is a shining example. So is Vung Ksor. Vung, CNNC’s Refugee Health Coordinator, vows Glen Haven … Continued
Each year, our AmeriCorps Members make a big impact, even on seemingly little things. Jorge Lopez, a three-term AmeriCorps Member, is one of those individuals. He served at the Oakwood Forest Community Center. A big part of the work AmeriCorps Members like Jorge do is connecting clients with resources. So … Continued
Jorge has always been drawn to service. He has always valued giving back to his community. So when looking at attending the University of North Carolina Greensboro he happened upon the webpage for the Center for New North Carolinians. He saw that they had an AmeriCorps program, a network of … Continued
DO YOU KNOW… That Congolese refugees are the largest refugee population coming to the US and to North Carolina at this time? They have been a key refugee resettlement population here and are expected to continue in this role for the next few years. North Carolina was the 9th largest … Continued