Building Bridges: A Panel Discussion with Immigrant-Serving Organizations
Event:
Building Bridges: A Panel Discussion with Immigrant-Serving Organizations
Date:
February 25, 2025
Time:
11:00 AM Eastern Time
Description:
Join CFNC for a collaborative series that seeks to close the gap between post-secondary aspirations and achievements for a diverse and essential segment of our student population. By raising awareness, implementing targeted interventions, and harnessing collective expertise and partnerships, the program ensures that every student in North Carolina—regardless of their background—has the opportunity to succeed. In this collaborative space, participants will connect with immigrant-serving organizations that support immigrant, refugee, and mixed-status families as they navigate the U.S. educational system and explore educational opportunities in North Carolina. Attendees will learn about best practices for engaging students, assisting with college planning, supporting financial aid processes and connecting to opportunities, and understanding cultural considerations when working with students on their college journey.
We’re excited to introduce our panel of experts, who will share valuable insights with you:
- Sarah S. Scism
Youth Mentorship Coordinator, World Relief Durham - Andy Alvarenga Mejia
READY4Life & Youth Mentoring Case Manager | Youth Care Programs, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants - Luba Gerasimov
Employment Specialist, RSS, Church World Service - Kristian Hultgren
Refugee School Impact Coordinator, New Arrivals Institute - Rodolfo Martinez Barron
Director of Advocacy & Civic Leadership Engagement, Association of Mexicans in North Carolina, Inc. (AMEXCAN)
Register
https://cfnc-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUldeiupz8uE9HEDEImXIJzPLvqfEUQR89U