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#DineOut4CNNC
February 6, 2018
Joins us at the following events to support and welcome newcomers in our community! Wednesday, February 14th from 5:00-10:00pm at Jason’s Deli in Friendly Center Tuesday, March 13th from 3:00-8:00pm at Chipotle on Tate St. Share using #DineOut4CNNC on Twitter and Facebook for a chance to win a $25 gift card!
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The Waiting Game of Immigration
January 22, 2018
“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
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Meet the newest members of the CNNC team!
January 22, 2018
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
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I am. MLK Identity March 2018.
January 2, 2018
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
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Staff 2017 Reflections
December 21, 2017
“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
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2017: A Year of Change
December 21, 2017
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
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For Marisela
November 28, 2017
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
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For Shukrani
November 27, 2017
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