Hate Has No Home Here May 14th, 2023, marks the first anniversary of the tragic and senseless mass shooting that murdered our 10 innocent neighbors while injuring three more at the Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo. On this solemn anniversary, we honor everyone affected and remain steadfast in our mission to advocate …
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“When you look at the stars and the galaxy, you feel that you are not just from any particular piece of land, but from the solar system. “ –Kalpana Chawla following her return to earth In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re recognizing the economic, cultural, political, social, and scientific …
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We were humbled and honored to welcome 91 New Americans from 25 countries as they took their citizenship oaths at the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in Buffalo recently. Our newest fellow citizens took their oaths over the course of two ceremonies throughout the day on Wednesday. U.S. Rep Brian Higgins spoke during …
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The latest and the greatest information from the International Institute of Buffalo in the form of our April 2023 IIB Newsletter! Get more information about: The Community World Trivia Competition Results! Our Sponsorship of the Taste of Diversity The We Stand for Peace Fundraiser A couple recreates photos from their wedding reception photos for their …
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Did you know? The pinwheel represents healthy, happy childhoods, and is the official symbol of Child Abuse Prevention. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, an important time to increase awareness about child and family well-being. It also emphasizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. We stand with …
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Twenty members of our recent Job Club class have earned their graduation certificates, and more than half have already gained employment. Job Club is a 16-hour, comprehensive program from our New American Integration Department that prepares immigrants and refugees for employment in the U.S. This class was the first to benefit from our new Buffalo Central …
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May 21, 2023–12pm-4pm Soho 64 Chippewa Street, Buffalo $40 presale, $50 at the door– Family Friendly Event! 21+ require a ticket Local Vendors, Basket Raffles, Silent Auction, 50/50, DJ, Open Bar, Brunch Options Available and SO Much More! Click here to get your tickets! The first 50 people to enter the venue get a free …
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We continue our ongoing efforts to welcome 33 of our newest neighbors to Buffalo. Those efforts include greeting refugee families when they step off the plane at Buffalo International Airport. This week IIB team members welcomed and supported new arrivals as they began their first steps toward integrating into our community. Donations are still urgently …
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Waging economic warfare involves various measures, from implementing sanctions to fomenting labor strikes. Governments utilize such tools to hinder their enemies. The United States used it as far back as the early 19th century. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, economic warfare has been the primary means for the West to challenge Russia. How …
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Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi joined Chelsea Lovell on Daytime Buffalo recently to discuss IIB and our Community World Trivia Competition coming up on Thursday, April 27th! Team registration deadline is Friday, April 14th! Go to the Daytime Buffalo webpage. Go to the third segment (the one with Perry’s ice Cream) Scroll to the 7:57 mark …
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