ENGAGEMENT MENU
ENGAGEMENT MENU
Each week, we share 5 new ways to engage with immigrants. Whether through donations, volunteering, or educating yourself, you can make a difference! If you are not subscribed to our newsletter, go to the bottom of this page and sign up to receive the below 5 action items in your inbox every Sunday!
In this week‘s Engagement Menu, you’ll find volunteering, donating, and events that support the immigrant community.
#UnitedAtTheTable
Organization for Refuge, Asylum & Migration (ORAM)
ORAM offers services for refugees in the LGBTQ community globally who face persecution in their home countries. Their services are focused on protection, empowerment, sustainability, and advocacy.
Code Switch: DACA recipients are trapped in Trump’s limbo
NPR
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program has been around long enough that many of the recipients are now middle-ages adults. Listen to their stories about living in limbo, and what it means to build an entire life on a permit that expires every two years.
My Cat Yugoslavia
by Pajtim Statovci
The novel follows the story of a young Muslim woman in Kosovo who is in an arranged marriage and is forced to flee her home due to war. Her story is juxtaposed with the story of her son, Bekim, a gay young man growing up as a refugee in Finland.
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center
In-Person Opportunities
Volunteers help students learn new skills that will allow them to support themselves and their families, create supportive environments, foster a sense of community, and gain fulfillment by helping others succeed.
New American Hero Awards
Thursday, June 11th, 6:30 PM-9:30 PM
Washington, DC
The New American Hero Awards is New American Leaders’ annual celebration honoring trailblazers who are shaping a more inclusive democracy through leadership, service, and impact. Tickets start at $185 and come with the address.