Meet Ghaisha, AmeriCorps member extraordinaire. Full of passion and purpose, she loves AmeriCorps. “Serving is beyond feeling good,” she says, “It’s a way of life.” In her third year with AmeriCorps ACCESS, Ghaisha helps newcomers find jobs. She has built good relationships with many employers in the area and these … Continued
After the Umoja – “unity” in Swahili – group was featured in UNCG’s Research Magazine in this article, CNNC was approached by WUNC’s “The State of Things” to be part of a live broadcast. Over 50 people packed into the Carousel room at the Triad Stage in Greensboro on Feb. … Continued
“After 14 years, I can say I am a resident of the United States! And all of it was thanks to your help!” – Catrina, Immigration Services client Kathy Hinshaw, CNNC staff member, opened her mail one morning in December to see this note from a client. Originally from Peru, … Continued
Kesley White Kelsey joined the CNNC and the Immigrant Health Access Project in February 2017. She first became interested in public health social work as a teenager, when she spent hours reading Where There Is No Doctor, a well-known handbook for global health workers. During college, Kelsey had opportunities to … Continued
We invite you and your youth groups to stand proudly for “presence.” We identify with our refugee/immigrant youth and families that they prevail – seeking sufficiency, literacy, and respect. Over half of the world’s refugees are children. They may have witnessed or experienced violent acts and, in exile, are at … Continued
“I have loved sharing incredible food with my new colleagues & community members!” Kelsey White “Building relationships that will help us to continue serving the community.” Judy Herrera “I look for fulfillment in the face of every volunteer.” Tawanna Williams Maryland “Hosting a mini-career fair for our AmeriCorps members to … Continued
Greetings Friend of CNNC, 2017 has been a year of change. From the federal level down to the local level, these changes affect the way we do our work. Changes to the national refugee resettlement process have greatly affected the clients we serve, their family members overseas, and our partner … Continued
We build community. When moms gather together, blessings are shared. It was quite the lunch. Roasted chicken next to taquitos, pumpkin pie alongside tres leches, green bean casserole sharing a plate with Mexican rice… The company was just as varied. Young mothers with children in their laps, church ladies extending … Continued
Unexpected gifts… After living in a refugee camp for 16 years, Shukrani’s family received a gift: life in the United States. Shukrani’s heart was full. His family was safe, and he was thankful for the opportunities Greensboro held. Now he needed a job to support his family. “The Community Center can … Continued
“W-A-S-H-I-N-G-T-O-N.” – Akuol Akuol was struggling learning to spell the word “Washington.” She had been studying for her citizenship exam for months. This would be her second attempt. Akuol attended evening English classes taught by Cynthia, a CNNC AmeriCorps ACCESS member. Despite Akuol’s long work days, she always made it … Continued