Are you looking for a chance to make a difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees in North Carolina? Do you want to gain meaningful, professional experience? Then APPLY NOW! The AmeriCorps ACCESS Project still has positions available in Greensboro, Charlotte, Burlington, Durham, and Raleigh! Visit our Available Positions … Continued
On June 20, the world commemorates the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of refugees. Globally, nationally and locally, we recognize the day by celebrating cultures, sampling multiethnic food, and embracing our common humanity. This year, in Greensboro, NC events will be more subdued. It is difficult to celebrate in … Continued
“Can you help us get to America?” This was a question I heard over and over again on a recent trip. In May, I joined eight other students and professionals from Greensboro on a ten-day excursion to Bangkok, Thailand, to study and learn about the refugee situation in the … Continued
Ramadan, the most holy month of the Muslim calendar, has just come to a close. Ramadan is a time to dwell on the world’s suffering, those who are hungry and thirsty and homeless and in danger. One pillar of Islam is charity. Ramadan reminds people to remember our obligation to … Continued
“I am so grateful you have been here to help my family through this.” Mai Win Win*, STAR Program participant Mai’s family has been in the U.S. for nearly a decade. Over the last three years, Mai has worked at a poultry processing plant, a one and a half-hour commute … Continued
Books are gifts that kids open over and over again. Paula Stover knows this. So when she learned about the Thriving at Three program (TAT), and its need for books in English and Spanish, she got to work, excited to help families with preschool children build their very own home … Continued
Everybody loves Mr. Pete. He makes reading and books come to life for our Thriving at Three (TAT) families at the Greensboro Public Library. When he plays his guitar and sings, he understands that some children will touch his guitar. After all, they are preschoolers – tactile learners by nature. … Continued
“You guys were GREAT!!! Thank you so kindly!! You were so knowledgeable and shared a vast amount of information that I have already put into practice. I have already noticed a difference…..” –Yazmin F. Millan, Interpreter Training Participant Join us this July for a week of Professional Interpreter training workshops! … Continued
Annually, the CNNC AmeriCorps ACCESS Project places members with partner agencies all over the state. Eager to serve the immigrant and refugee community, members make a year commitment. You too, can have an impact on your community. Find out why AmeriCorps and the AmeriCorps ACCESS Project are a great way … Continued
For several years, CNNC staff have been involved with the Association of Immigration and Refugee Services Professionals (ARSP) formerly Association for Refugee Service Professionals. This group provides the space for professional growth as well as emotional support for the well being of its members. ARSP disseminates and highlights best practices … Continued