DO YOU KNOW… That the first immigrants who came to what we call North Carolina, came between 10,000 and 14,000 years ago? The first peoples migrated from Siberia, crossing the Bering Straits into Alaska and continued migrating south and east over several centuries. We don’t know what things motivated them … Continued
On a cold and windy Monday morning, CNNC joined with east Greensboro in a march of celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and his legacy. Students from Legacy Crossing and Oakwood Forest Community Centers as well as CNNC Staff, AmeriCorps, and interns numbered over 40 strong. Excited by the … Continued
Sending warm wishes to you and yours this holiday season. As the year comes to a close, we would like to thank you for all of your support of immigrants and refugees in our community.
Norma was facing significant challenges. Her two young boys had both been recently diagnosed with autism, and she was struggling with serious health issues. With limited English, minimal support, and scarce knowledge of how to navigate health and social services in Greensboro, Norma felt isolated and alone. That is when … Continued
The weekly get together of moms and kids is a special part of CNNC’s Thriving at Three program, serving Latina moms and their kids ages 0-4. On Thursday, Nov. 15th, the moms came together for their annual Thanksgiving celebration. The weather outside painted a grim winter scene, full of cold … Continued
“I’m not sure I can do this, I don’t speak English very well.” Khadiga was very anxious. This would be her first job interview in her new home and she was still learning English. She had submitted the application to work at the local packaging company just a week before … Continued
Tila was in rough shape. She had recently lost her job at a Wilkes County poultry plant. Finances and concerns about how to best raise their four children in a new country added more stress to her marriage. Then she got sick…. really sick. To make things worse, losing her … Continued
What does citizenship mean to you? To Mon Pati, becoming a U.S. citizen is not only the next step in her immigration process, but it means the world to her. Imagine having your citizenship taken away. Mon doesn’t have to. Mon’s citizenship in her home country of Bhutan was revoked … Continued
The holidays and the end of the year are a time when many of us are moved to give to support issues and organizations that align with our values. It’s an opportunity for you to make an impact in your community. You can support your newest neighbors this Giving Tuesday, … Continued
The open enrollment period for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (or Obamacare) is open now, Nov. 1st and through December 15th. If you are currently without insurance, or need to renew an existing Marketplace plan, now is your chance! Two events locally to find out more information: Nov. 9, … Continued