Changing Culture

Changing Culture

Offices of New Americans Meet with Biden Officials to Advance Immigrant Inclusion

Offices of New Americans Meet with Biden Officials to Advance Immigrant Inclusion

States hoping to provide support to their immigrant and refugee residents are taking part in the Office of New Americans (ONA) network. This network has established a forum for state policy leaders to drive positive immigrant and refugee integration into their local workforces and economies. In October, 35 state government… Read More

Communities Celebrate Their Commitment to Welcoming and Belonging During Welcoming Week

Communities Celebrate Their Commitment to Welcoming and Belonging During Welcoming Week

Co-Authors: Rich André, Asma Easa, Micaela McConnell, Paloma Ramos Last week, communities across the United States participated in Welcoming America’s… Read More

The Queens Night Market Is a Testament to the Power of Immigrant Inclusion

The Queens Night Market Is a Testament to the Power of Immigrant Inclusion

Written by John Wang, author and founder of the Queens Night Market The singular mission of the Queens Night Market is to be New York City’s most affordable, diverse, and welcoming community space. That mission has been the north star of every organizational decision we’ve made since we launched in… Read More

Talking Turkey: How to Appreciate Another View at the Dinner Table

Talking Turkey: How to Appreciate Another View at the Dinner Table

Irrespective of your politics, no matter your football allegiances, the joy of Thanksgiving binds you with millions of others who are also celebrating togetherness. Some of us might gather with family and friends, while others might celebrate as a community of neighbors. Some will enjoy menu-staples, such as turkey and… Read More

Gainesville Takes Steps Toward Immigrant Inclusion With Gateways for Growth Program

Gainesville Takes Steps Toward Immigrant Inclusion With Gateways for Growth Program

Written by Ethan Maia de Needell, Immigrant Programs Manager, Rural Women’s Health Project The immigrant community in Gainesville, Florida has been steadily increasing over the years, already making up over 10% of our total population. Despite this, our local institutions and public agencies have a long way to go to… Read More

Local Communities Commit to Welcoming Immigrant and Refugee Neighbors

Local Communities Commit to Welcoming Immigrant and Refugee Neighbors

Last week marked the 10-year anniversary of Welcoming Week, an initiative organized by Welcoming America that encourages local communities to bring together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in our collective prosperity. This year’s theme is Where… Read More

How Schools Welcome Newly Arrived Immigrant and Refugee Students

How Schools Welcome Newly Arrived Immigrant and Refugee Students

School is back in session. For many states and localities across the country, that means welcoming newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth into the classroom. There will be increased need for student support this fall, given that the United States has resettled more than 76,000 Afghans and 100,000 Ukrainians… Read More

This Independence Day, Local Communities Lead on Celebrating Immigrants

This Independence Day, Local Communities Lead on Celebrating Immigrants

As communities across the United States came together this past weekend to commemorate and reflect upon our country’s independence, the holiday holds special significance for one group in particular: newly sworn-in citizens. Immigrants who are lucky enough to overcome the laborious and bureaucratic road to becoming U.S. citizens often do… Read More

2022 'Celebrate America' Creative Writing Contest Winner: Where I'm From

2022 ‘Celebrate America’ Creative Writing Contest Winner: Where I’m From

Where I’m From I am from ships sailed. From my mother’s quilt, finished with orange, green, and white. I see every one of the strong stitches holding it together. From my other house where the walls don’t keep the heat from getting inside them, like how I can’t get that… Read More

Utah Once Again Leads by Example on Immigrant Inclusion

Utah Once Again Leads by Example on Immigrant Inclusion

As the politics and partisanship of a mid-term election year ramp up, Utah is proving that bipartisan and public-private collaboration is still possible. On May 3, public and private sector leaders came together to launch a New American Task Force to develop a comprehensive strategy to maximize opportunities for—and… Read More

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