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It Takes a Village…
February 5, 2019
On April 12, 2001, the Board of Governors of the University of North Carolina established the UNCG Center for New North Carolinians to “provide research, training, and evaluation for the state of North Carolina in addressing immigrant issues; collaboration with government and social organizations to enhance responsiveness to immigrant needs; … Continued
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Warm and Cozy this Winter Season
February 5, 2019
“I am new to this country and was so worried about my daughters not having anything to put on their babies’ backs in this cold season. Then you showed up with a huge bag full of warm pajamas and took my worries away. I will forever be grateful!” Momma Natasha, … Continued
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Do you know?
February 5, 2019
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
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The March Continues…
January 30, 2019
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
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Season’s Greetings
December 21, 2018
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.
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A Community to Thrive In
November 27, 2018
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
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Thriving at Three Celebrates Thanksgiving
November 20, 2018
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
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What Does Giving Back Mean to You?
November 20, 2018
“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